Property Management News

Plaintiffs plan to petition the Supreme Court next. If landlords’ legal strategy was indeed to fail upwards, their plan is on track. A federal appeals court on Monday ruled against two lawsuits challenging New York’s rent stabilization law, affirming the New York’s Eastern District Court’s dismissal of the cases in September 2020. A panel of three Second Circuit judges agreed that building owners failed to demonstrate that the law amounted to an unconstitutional taking of their properties. The decision is a setback for landlords, but an expected one. The Community Housing Improvement Program and Rent Stabilization Association, landlord groups leading one of the lawsuits, have... Read more

As a leasing professional, conducting prospect tours is an everyday task that requires you to be mindful of fair housing laws. Discrimination in housing is illegal and can result in severe legal consequences. Therefore, implementing fair housing best practices can help ensure that you and your team remain compliant at all times. Consistent Tour Policy Having a consistent policy on how and when tours are offered is essential to avoid potential fair housing violations. Discrimination can occur if one prospect is offered a tour while another is not based on their protected class. Another thing to keep in mind is what is shown on the tour. For example, you shouldn’t give a tour of the... Read more