Flip the Script - Guide to Fighting Illegal Rent Hikes

A plain-language guide for NYC rent-stabilized tenants. Learn how to spot illegal rent hikes, gather evidence, and file DHCR complaints to get your money back—plus triple damages.

Landlords know the rent stabilization rules inside and out. Now you will too.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

✓ How to access your official DHCR rent history

✓ How to spot overcharges and red flags in your lease

✓ Step-by-step instructions for using NYC databases to verify landlord claims

✓ Complete walkthrough of DHCR Form RA-89

✓ How to demand triple damages when overcharges are willful

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

- 23-page downloadable PDF guide

- Flowcharts and reference tables

- Recent RGB renewal lease guidelines (2020-2026)

- Historical vacancy lease rates - Links to official NYC resources

- Updated for 2025 regulations