We are pleased to share a recent client victory from KMWB. In this case, the tenant filed an HP proceeding in Queens housing court alleging Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) violations and landlord harassment. Early in the proceeding, all violations were…
The New York State Legislature has passed amendments to Section 881 of the Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law (RPAPL), which governs when a property owner may access a neighbor’s land to complete construction or repairs. If signed by the…
For many New York property owners, a single clause in a commercial mortgage can determine whether a project stays solvent or heads into default. Senate Bill S1163, now awaiting the Governor’s signature, could invalidate certain clauses overnight and force both…
The New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) requires that Multiple Dwelling Registration (MDR) for residential buildings with three or more units—including most cooperatives and condominiums—are filed each year. This year’s deadline to file MDRs is August…
We are extremely pleased to announce that Olga Someras, Esq., a leading voice and advocate in the New York real estate space, has joined Kucker Marino Winiarsky & Bittens, LLP as Of Counsel. Many of you may likely know Olga…
New York City’s multifamily housing market is entering a new era. Legislative reforms, rising operating costs, and shifting regulatory priorities are changing how property owners do business and plan for the future. At KMWB, we work closely with owners to…
KMWB is pleased to share that partner Nicholas Yokos, Esq., working with partner Robert Moore, Esq. and Senior Associate, Brian Campbell, Esq., recently prevailed on behalf of a Manhattan building owner-seller in a breach of contract action brought by the…
On June 26, 2025, the Appellate Division, First Department, issued its latest decision in Burrows v. 75-25 153rd St., LLC (2025 NY Slip Op 03861). Please find our analysis the Court of Appeals decision on Burrows here. This recent decision addresses the distinction between temporary rent…
In a 5–4 vote, the New York City Rent Guidelines Board passed Order No. 57, which sets rent adjustments for rent-stabilized apartments and lofts for the upcoming year. The new increases apply to all renewal leases commencing on or after…
Since August 18, 2024, New York property owners have been required to provide tenants with a Good Cause Eviction (“GCE”) Law Notice when taking certain actions, such as offering new leases, renewing existing leases, or issuing non-renewal notices. This notice…
Overview: What You Need to Know The Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses (FARE) Act, effective June 11, 2025, significantly changes how broker fees are handled in New York City. Under the Act: Compliance Checklist for Landlords Best Practices for Advertising…
Last month, the New York State Senate passed Senate Bill S119, which would impose new disclosure requirements relating to rent registration statements filed with the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal for buildings owned by Limited Liability…
The Court has spoken. Further to our earlier correspondence today, REBNY’s motion seeking a preliminary injunction has been denied. As a result, the Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses (FARE) Act will take effect as scheduled tomorrow, June 11, 2025. Read…
As of tomorrow, June 11, 2025, the FARE Act (colloquially known as the “Broker Fee Law”) will officially go into effect in New York. While the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) commenced a Federal Court action seeking to…
KMWB Partner, James Schwartz, secured a significant victory at the Appellate Division, First Department in a commercial guaranty action. The firm’s client, the owner of an office building, sued a lease guarantor for unpaid rent. The guarantor sought dismissal, claiming…