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Many renters dread renewal time – and for good reason. Getting huge rent increases is not uncommon in New York City. We get a lot of messages from renters asking us if they should renew or negotiate. We think renters should always try to negotiate their rent. Our position is that you don\u2019t get what you don\u2019t ask for. Keep in mind, if you have a stabilized<\/a> or Good Cause apartment<\/a>, you don’t need to worry about steep increases. The law limits how much the landlord can increase the rent. But for everyone else – landlords can increase the rent to whatever they want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For market-rate tenants, here are some email templates to help you get the rent negotiations started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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MANY New Yorkers have reported getting priced out of their apartments. If you receive a steep renewal, but you really would like to stay, try negotiating like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nHi XYZ,\n\nThanks for passing over the renewal. I was surprised by this number as similar # bedrooms in the area are renting for around $$$$. I understand the market has changed since last year, but given my good standing as a tenant, I\u2019d love to meet somewhere in the middle. Could we make $$$$ work?\n\nThanks for your consideration.\n\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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Remember, always give them a specific number during rent negotiation (but not the maximum you\u2019d be willing to spend). Leave a little wiggle room for them to come back with another offer. It also helps to point out that you\u2019ve been a great tenant and back up your number with research. You can check openigloo\u2019s Listings feature<\/span><\/a> to see what similar units are renting for in your neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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When the landlord raises the rent above 5% without the appropriate notice (and you want to stay)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In New York, landlords must give between 30-90 days notice (depending on how long you\u2019ve lived there) if they want to increase your rent by more than 5% or not renew your lease. If you have a 1-year lease, they need to give at least 60 days\u2019 notice. Many renters have reached out to us asking how they can negotiate their rent if a landlord breaks this rule<\/a>. Try this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\nHi XYZ,\n\nThanks for passing over the renewal. However, I was expecting the increase to be less than 5%, since we\u2019ve passed the XX day notice window. I\u2019d love to stay, but I\u2019m hoping we can agree on a renewal of $$$$ instead.\n\nThanks.\n\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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Politely point out that you are aware of the rules and give them an opportunity to fix their mistake. Remember, if the landlord misses the notice window, they can still increase your rent. But the increase would go into effect 30-90 days after they tell you. You should still negotiate the rent and make sure they give you the entire notice window!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Perhaps your lease is expiring in a few months, and you want to get a head start on rent negotiations. You have even more leverage if your lease is expiring in a slow season (Winter). If you\u2019re not in a rush to get an answer, you can always wait for them to reach out first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\nHi XYZ,\n\nI hope all is well. I wanted to send a note as my lease is expiring in # months and I\u2019d love to get some clarity on the renewal. I\u2019ve enjoyed my time in this apartment and would love to stay another # years. Given my good standing as a tenant, could we renew at the same rate? Happy to sign a renewal now, if we come to an agreement.\n\nThanks for your consideration.\n\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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It doesn\u2019t hurt to try and ask for a 0% increase and see what they say. Worst case, they come back with a \u201cNo\u201d or a different number. If you have a market-rate apartment and are negotiating early, keep things cordial. You may risk the landlord not renewing all together during the rent negotiation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, some landlords won\u2019t budge with the rent renewals. Then you have to make a personal decision on whether you can tolerate the increase. Whether your rent negotiations went smoothly or not as planned, be sure to share an anonymous review on openigloo and help the next renter that considers your building and landlord.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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