City Council poised to vote to eliminate forced real estate broker fees
A bill to have landlords pay for broker fees, instead of tenants, is up for a vote Wednesday before the New York City Council. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
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A bill to have landlords pay for broker fees, instead of tenants, is up for a vote Wednesday before the New York City Council. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
The bill would require landlords to pay for broker fees, rather than prospective tenants. CBS News New York's Christian Fan explains.
Mayor Eric Adams' City of Yes housing plan is facing pushback from his fellow lawmakers. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has a closer look.
It's been a tough real-estate market, especially for first-time home buyers. Nancy Chen reports it could still be a while until there's relief.
The real estate market is especially tough for first-time homebuyers like Shruti Chauhan, who has been hunting for years.
Many so-called zombie mortgages date back to the 2008 financial crisis, and consumer advocates warn a new wave of zombies could be on the horizon — this time, from all the home equity credit lines taken out during the pandemic.
The Biden administration wants a new law that would cap annual rent increases at no more than 5% — or landlords would lose a major tax break.
Mark Powell, Real Estate Broker & President-Elect San Diego Association of Realtors joins CBS New York to discuss summer rental scams people should know about.
New York City's rent-stabilized apartments will see another rent increase following Monday's vote. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has reaction from tenants.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board will vote tonight on another proposed rent increase for rent stabilized apartments. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board has passed a proposed rent increase for rent-stabilized apartments.
The proposed increase would raise some people's rent up to 6.5%. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the details.
A public hearing over a proposal that could dramatically change the city's broker fee system took place at City Hall Wednesday.
New York City's rent stabilized tenants could soon be hit with a rent hike.
An agreement was reached with the National Association of Realtors to pay $418 million to a settlement fund over the course of four years. Brian Schwagerl, clinical assistant professor at the Schack Institute of Real Estate at NYU joins CBS New York to discuss.
The annual income needed to afford even a basic home in the U.S. has risen sharply since the pandemic, a new report shows.
The landmark deal, which goes into effect Saturday, could cause real estate fees to drop by as much as 30%, experts say.
The survey found nearly 15% of Americans have purchased a home with a person other than a romantic partner, and 48% say they would consider it.
The White House is proposing a "mortgage relief credit" that would give homebuyers an annual tax credit of $5,000 for two years.
CBS New York got an exclusive look at one of the first buildings converting to residential housing, and has learned more on how this may change the landscape of the Big Apple.
For the first time in more than 50 years, the city's vacancy rate has dropped to 1.4% So how did we get here, and what's being done about it?
StreetEasy says SoHo tops the list, followed by Tribeca and Nolita.
Many home buyer across the Tri-State Area are rejoicing, with mortgage interest rates starting to tick down a bit. But what will the upcoming New Year look like? Will it be a buyers market or a sellers market? CBS New York's John Dias has the story.
Some good news for New York City renters, a StreetEasy report says November marks the slowest year-over-year rent growth since August 2021.
Two new reports show a clearer picture of just how many New Yorkers left the state during the pandemic.
Tomorrow is a First Alert Weather Day as a storm with potentially freezing rain approaches the Tri-State Area.
The Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks on Saturday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday.
NYPD divers searched the lake in Central Park on Saturday, looking for the weapon used in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, sources say.
The LA Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.
Tomorrow is a First Alert Weather Day as a storm with potentially freezing rain approaches the Tri-State Area.
NYPD divers searched the lake in Central Park on Saturday, looking for the weapon used in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, sources say.
Mount Vernon school district officials are considering closing several schools next year as enrollment drops.
You may know about the world-famous Christmas lights in Dyker Heights. But one neighbor in Bergen Beach has been creating the North Pole in his front lawn.
The woman accused of sneaking onto a Delta Air Lines flight from New York City to Paris has been released on her own recognizance.
Tomorrow is a First Alert Weather Day as a storm with potentially freezing rain approaches the Tri-State Area.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
Today's weather forecast calls for a wintry mix of rain and snow around the NYC area, followed by some gusty winds.
A wintry mix of rain, snow and blustery winds blows into NYC on Thursday, and the biggest impact could be during the morning commute.
The cold persisted Tuesday and perhaps a flake or two may be possible as we head into the middle part of the week.
Tomorrow is a First Alert Weather Day as a storm with potentially freezing rain approaches the Tri-State Area.
A fiery crash in Newark, New Jersey killed six people when their car smashed into a support column under the Pulaski Skyway, Essex County officials said.
New data shows deadly crashes are on the rise in New Jersey, and police say drunk driving is a significant factor.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
After sightings in North Jersey, police departments in South Jersey are now spotting mysterious drones in the skies.
Tomorrow is a First Alert Weather Day as a storm with potentially freezing rain approaches the Tri-State Area.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Hundreds attended a funeral Friday for Connor Kasin, the Long Island teenager who collapsed and died during a charity hockey event last week.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
A Long Island retiree says she's getting traffic tickets from all over the country. But the thing is, she stopped driving four years ago.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams will meet with President-elect Trump's border czar next week and says he has suggestions to combat the migrant crisis.
"The responsibility of leading Democrats on the House Oversight Committee during Donald Trump's second term in the White House is a profound and consequential one," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wrote to colleagues.
An appeals court judge wrote that the law that would force a sale or ban of TikTok "survive[s] constitutional scrutiny."
Depending on who you ask, small business owners say congestion pricing could be a blessing or a curse.
President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, his embattled pick for defense secretary, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.
Minnesota-based UnitedHealthcare Group Inc. has faced a firestorm of controversy this year. And as investigators search for a motive in the slaying of Brian Thompson, CEO of its insurance arm, they aren't counting anything out.
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
The New York Film Critics Circle, one of the nation's oldest and most venerated critics' groups, is kicking movie awards season into high gear Tuesday as they select their choices for the best of 2024.
An attorney for Harvey Weinstein says he was hospitalized following an "alarming blood test.".
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
The Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks on Saturday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday.
The LA Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.
Reilly Smith scored the go-ahead goal and Artemi Panarin scored twice as the Rangers beat the Penguins on Friday night.
Timo Meier scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period, and the Devils beat the Kraken on Friday night.
You may know about the world-famous Christmas lights in Dyker Heights. But one neighbor in Bergen Beach has been creating the North Pole in his front lawn.
The grandson of the last civilian lighthouse keeper in America is working to preserve his family's legacy.
Construction on Etihad Park, New York City's first Major League Soccer stadium, started on Wednesday in Queens.
What began as a way to pass the time waiting for their kids at the skatepark has turned into a small community of moms who shred.
Preservationists say the fight is on to save tiled mosaics at the site of the 1939 and 1964 World's Fair in Queens.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
Penny's attorneys pushed for a mistrial after the jurors said they were deadlocked on the second degree manslaughter charge.
New York City police released new images of the man described as a person of interest in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Sunday morning forecast on CBS News New York.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for December 7 at 11 p.m.
There were holiday celebrations across New York City on Saturday, including a tree lighting in the Bronx and the annual Police Athletic League party in Harlem.
