Rental property owners mull over suing NYS for back rent

Carlos Hathcock · Jan 21, 2023

While I agree with the plight of the landlords, I don't agree with the potential results. The money will be coming from taxpayers (ME) if the suit is won. The funds should come from the tenants themselves.

Truebeliever · Jan 21, 2023

Carlos Hathcock said:
While I agree with the plight of the landlords, I don't agree with the potential results. The money will be coming from taxpayers (ME) if the suit is won. The funds should come from the tenants themselves.

It sucks but it was the government that caused the problem. The landlords should be compensated. I would love for it to be taken from the democrats political fund instead but that isn’t going to happen

dwa12479 · Jan 21, 2023

Carlos Hathcock said:
While I agree with the plight of the landlords, I don't agree with the potential results. The money will be coming from taxpayers (ME) if the suit is won. The funds should come from the tenants themselves.

No matter how hard you hit that stone, it will never bleed.

Unfortunately NY and the Feds caused the issue. They need to fix it. The profit margins on most rental property are razor thin, its pretty tough for small time investment property owners to go long lengths of time with no income.

libertysnake · Jan 21, 2023

Saltwater60 said:
I think they should sue and they should get it. The politicians should be held accountable table for this especially since they say the economy is so great so why did this go on so long? NYS screwed them all. NYS wouldn’t allow them to evict people saying the money is coming, the money is coming well it never did. This is absurd and anyone thinking of buying rental property is nuts.

As rent-relief portal closes, shafted landlords consider suing state

New York’s rent relief program will close Jan. 20, but landlords left with arrears and blocked from eviction are now considering litigation.

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Theft of property. Not only should they sue, they should file criminal charges again the politicians as if they had their homes vandalized by them -- because they did. Theft requires punishment.

spat · Jan 21, 2023

libertysnake said:
Theft of property. Not only should they sue, they should file criminal charges again the politicians as if they had their homes vandalized by them -- because they did. Theft requires punishment.

It's very very close to a rare 3rd ammendment violation.

Can members of the "free shit army" be considered "troops" ?

dwa12479 · Jan 21, 2023

libertysnake said:
Theft of property. Not only should they sue, they should file criminal charges again the politicians as if they had their homes vandalized by them -- because they did. Theft requires punishment.

Exactly. Many rental properties are owned by regular Joes. I'm a new landlord myself. I have a 4 unit property that I closed on last year. If all of my tenants stopped paying rent suddenly for the next year or more and I couldn't legally evict them I'd be fucked. Hell, it already takes a solid 6 months to get a non-paying tenant out doing it the legal way.

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libertysnake · Jan 22, 2023

dwa12479 said:
Exactly. Many rental properties are owned by regular Joes. I'm a new landlord myself. I have a 4 unit property that I closed on last year. If all of my tenants stopped paying rent suddenly for the next year or more and I couldn't legally evict them I'd be fucked. Hell, it already takes a solid 6 months to get a non-paying tenant out doing it the legal way.

I have words for things like this, but not in a public place like this.

Vinson57 · Jan 22, 2023

Wife was watching Dr Zhibago and its like the part where that doctor goes home and his house is filled up with commies free loaders as that's the new plan.

The demonrats, they are 60% in this state where they line up like like north koreans are getting what they vote for.

North Korean 100% vote for the dear ruler, we only get 60%, we got some work to do and they are doing it.

Uzi · Jan 22, 2023

This hurts the smaller not so wealthy property owners way more, but the apartment complexes that are constantly being bought/resold, switching hands and management etc. with properties in multiple states, I honestly have little sympathy for.

Now that rent protections have been cut off completely in many states, cities, counties etc., rents are higher than they've ever been in existence as renters pay more and get less when renewing. This has led to less demand all across the country, more vacancies, and in return, even higher increases. So those that are actually paying our rent on time are also getting screwed hard.

It's no wonder that there are medium sized homes with 8 cars in the driveway and families are clearing out the garages for relatives to stay for a cheaper cost. 30 and 40 year olds can't afford a one bed room apartment anymore so they've moved back in with mom and dad.

Maybe the landlords should buy another house and pay a few more mortgages they can't afford? See what one sticks. lol

ManualF150 · Jan 22, 2023

I've done rentals before and I won't do it again. Enough said.

Shadow rider · Jan 22, 2023

While he "couldn't " afford to pay his rent, one of my tenants managed to buy a newer used truck and a boat (also used). He went 5 months before I told him he had to get out or I would involve the lawyers. Luckily for me he was dumb enough to believe I would be the winner in that battle and he moved out! I still lost 5 months rent!

Truebeliever · Jan 22, 2023

libertysnake said:
Theft of property. Not only should they sue, they should file criminal charges again the politicians as if they had their homes vandalized by them -- because they did. Theft requires punishment.

It doesn’t work that way. Go look Ip the history of rent control vs rent stabilization Your head will explode.

GOPerfect · Jan 22, 2023

Vinson57 said:
Wife was watching Dr Zhibago and its like the part where that doctor goes home and his house is filled up with commies free loaders as that's the new plan.

The demonrats, they are 60% in this state where they line up like like north koreans are getting what they vote for.

North Korean 100% vote for the dear ruler, we only get 60%, we got some work to do and they are doing it.

Holy shit, this is a perfect example. My wife was watching that movie a few weeks back and I said something very similar as you just posted.

Perfect comparison

GOPerfect · Jan 22, 2023

The tax payers should not be on the hook for this. Period.

There are ways to get your renters to leave if they are not paying their bills.

No, not eviction, many other ways.

ManualF150 · Jan 22, 2023

Saltwater60 said:
It’s theft of services and you should simply be able to call 911 and have them arrested, but we all know how that would work out. I’m not licking on you for being in law enforcement I’m just saying it should be that simple.

Oh, how would I have loved to been able to get LE involved to get one of my old tenants out that way. But yeah, that ain't how it works in America.

I know in some states you can give the tenant 24 hours to 10 days to remove themselves, if not you can get a court order rather quick. They are given a few hours to get their stuff or else after that it's formal trespassing. Usually the sheriff assists if they are being stubborn/irrational. Which they can then be hit up with charges and sent to jail.

dwa12479 · Jan 22, 2023

Saltwater60 said:
That’s ridiculous. That’s theft why not send the cops to get them out immediately like they do if you’re stealing from a store.

Cops won't do anything until you have a formal eviction. Its very difficult to get, everything is in favor of the tenant.

spat · Jan 22, 2023

GOPerfect said:
The tax payers should not be on the hook for this. Period.

There are ways to get your renters to leave if they are not paying their bills.

No, not eviction, many other ways.

If the taxpayers voted in a government that ordered this, then yes, they should be on the hook for it.

GOPerfect · Jan 22, 2023

spat said:
If the taxpayers voted in a government that ordered this, then yes, they should be on the hook for it.

Absolutely not. If landlords fail due to the decisions of others, this is not my problem.

GOPerfect · Jan 22, 2023

Saltwater60 said:
It’s theft of services and you should simply be able to call 911 and have them arrested, but we all know how that would work out. I’m not licking on you for being in law enforcement I’m just saying it should be that simple.

Not trying to start a fight, nor am I in agreement with what the Elected Class did...

What Is Theft of Services in New York?
Theft of services is a criminal offense involving obtaining services through an illegal means. Like larceny, robbery, and embezzlement, theft of services is a type of stealing. Unlawful activities that amount to theft of services include:

Staying at a hotel and intentionally fail to pay
Obtaining a service using a credit card that was stolen
Using the bus, subway, train, taxi, or any other public transportation service without paying
Obtaining service from a utility company or a telecommunication company by using a decoder or some other fraudulent means, or by using a cancelled access device.
Accessing services without paying for them

spat · Jan 22, 2023

GOPerfect said:
Absolutely not. If landlords fail due to the decisions of others, this is not my problem.

If they fail due to the actions of the government the voters selected, then the voters *are* responsible.

Now, the fact that voters and taxpayers are not the same group is the source of the problem. But that shouldn't mean the landlords get shafted.

spat · Jan 22, 2023

GOPerfect said:
Not trying to start a fight, nor am I in agreement with what the Elected Class did...

What Is Theft of Services in New York?
Theft of services is a criminal offense involving obtaining services through an illegal means. Like larceny, robbery, and embezzlement, theft of services is a type of stealing. Unlawful activities that amount to theft of services include:

Staying at a hotel and intentionally fail to pay

Obtaining a service using a credit card that was stolen

Using the bus, subway, train, taxi, or any other public transportation service without paying

Obtaining service from a utility company or a telecommunication company by using a decoder or some other fraudulent means, or by using a cancelled access device.

Accessing services without paying for them

Staying at a hotel and intentionally failing to pay is different than staying somewhere else and intentionally failing to pay why ?

GOPerfect · Jan 22, 2023

spat said:
Staying at a hotel and intentionally failing to pay is different than staying somewhere else and intentionally failing to pay why ?

Because it is not part of the law. Not saying that I agree with the law, stating what the law is. Pointing out facts and data.

GOPerfect · Jan 22, 2023

spat said:
If they fail due to the actions of the government the voters selected, then the voters *are* responsible.

Now, the fact that voters and taxpayers are not the same group is the source of the problem. But that shouldn't mean the landlords get shafted.

I would rather the landlords get shafted than all of NY residents.

Rental property owners mull over suing NYS for back rent

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