A year since NYC banned most broker fees, a modicum of fines and the ‘bait and switch'

Councilmember Chi Ossé speaking in support of the FARE Act in November 2024.

NYC has helped tenants recover $15,500 in illegal fees and assessed $27,000 in fines since the FARE Act took effect. But tenants say they are also encountering a rise in schemes and workarounds. [ more › ]