Westchester County, New York Landlord-Tenant Law
Much like everywhere else, the relationship between landlords and tenants who rent in New York is governed by the state’s laws. The New York landlord-tenant law is detailed and outlines what rights and responsibilities each party has in regard to the lease agreement. Understanding these New York landlord tenant laws is important for both landlords…
Read MoreThe Value of Professional Property Management During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, most industries are forced to adapt to a variety of changes. The property management industry is no exception. New strategies and protocols have been put into place to ensure the safety of both property owners and tenants. If you’re a self-managing property owner, you may find this challenging…
Read MoreEviction Laws in Westchester County, New York
In Westchester County, New York, eviction can only be done after landlords have terminated the rental agreement with a tenant. As a landlord, you must first send a written notice, and can only evict a tenant when the tenant fails to comply with the conditions. It’s hard to estimate the length of the period for…
Read MoreBreaking a Lease in New York
Most tenants sign a lease agreement with the plan to stay for the full duration of the lease term. However, sometimes it’s not possible to stay until the formal expiration date. Here are some common reasons a tenant may want to break a lease in New York: Wanting to live closer to elderly parents.…
Read MoreOverview of NY Security Deposit Laws
Here is your ultimate guide to the New York security deposit law! Most landlords in Westchester County, New York require a deposit from their tenants. This is due to the fact that security deposits in New York help protect them from any careless or negligent property damage caused by their tenants. Aside from this, security…
Read MoreHow to Be a Successful Westchester Landlord
Linda Einfrank, President of Sterling Property Solutions presents “How to Be a Successful Landlord”. Refreshments served, plenty of free parking! ***But space is limited – be sure to RSVP! When: Wednesday, December 4th at 6:30pm Where: 77 Tarrytown Rd #1E, White Plains, NY 10607 What to Expect:You’ll learn from our…
Read MoreShould You Get A Professional Home Energy Audit for Your Westchester Property?
According to recent studies, the average household in America spends roughly $2,060 per year on energy costs. As we know, these costs get way higher in Westchester County for many properties.You use this hefty chunk of your budget to heat and light your home, power all the appliances, and much more. The cost of energy…
Read MoreRent or Sell in Westchester? Making The Right Choice For Your Home
In order to figure out if renting or selling your home is the right call for you, it’s important to step back and consider how real estate endeavors fit into your future investments. Here are some tips and tricks from Sterling Property Solutions to help you come to the correct conclusion for you.
Read MoreThe Hot and Cold Sides of the Westchester Housing Market
It looked like winter wouldn’t come to an end in the Westchester housing market. A combination of few homes in the lower price range and the new federal tax law capping the ceiling of local tax deductions caused a stagnant winter market
Read MoreHow Do You Know It’s Time to Change Property Managers in Westchester?
There are so many things to take care of when you own a rental property in Westchester. You have to find high quality tenants, deal with rent collection, handle maintenance, landscaping, and what about emergency issues? A lot of owners realize that hiring a property manager is more profitable then the hassle and expense of…
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