Learn to Live Better, a Housing Law Podcast.

Welcome to the Learn to Live Better, a Housing Law Podcast (formerly known as the Tenant Law Podcast), where we talk about new, interesting, and/or important legal cases and laws affecting New York City tenants and occupants. Listen on AppleSpotifyYoutube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 

 

As of summer 2026, we have over 60 episodes available to educate you about housing law in New York City, and more on the way. Click here for a searchable list of topics.

 

Learn to Live Better was nominated in 2025 by the New York Podcast Awards in the category of Best Public Service Podcast!

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Can you vacate a stipulation of settlement that you entered into in Housing Court if you later regret making the deal?

In Episode 58, we cover the circumstance under which a court can undo/vacate a stipulation of settlement: – to promote justice and prevent wrong. Foote v. Adams, 232 AD 60 [2d Dept 1931] – when the stipulation of settlement is unjust or harsh, even when fully understood and authorized. Bond v Bond, 260 AD 781,

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Late Renewal? Protect Yourself from Overcharges on a Rent Stabilized Lease!

In Episode 57 we are looking at a case and a regulation that reminds us of a tenant’s rights when the landlord renews a Rent Stabilized lease late. We are going to try to clear up some confusion and save tenants a few bucks. Listen on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Stop Negotiating with Your Landlord the Wrong Way; Housing Court Hack – Wrong Description of Apartment

In Episode 56, we deal with the situation where you have been sued by your landlord, and you just wish the case would go away, because with a bit more time, you would have the money to move, which you were planning on doing anyway. You just need a break. Therefore, in this episode, we

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NYC Rental Housing Types Demystified

You are moving to New York, and you have questions about NYC rental housing. Or, you have lived in New York City all your life, and you still have questions about NYC Housing!   Rent Stabilization, Rent Control, the Good Cause Eviction Law, Affordable Housing, Co-ops, Condos, Co-living. Welcome to the most confusing rental housing

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