One of the biggest fears I hear from landlords is:
“What if the tenant loses their voucher—am I stuck?”
Here’s the truth (no fluff):
Losing CityFHEPS eligibility does not mean automatic eviction — but it also does not mean you’re trapped forever.
NYC housing court rules still apply, and there are specific timelines, notice requirements, and cure periods that matter a lot. The landlords who get burned usually didn’t fail on the back end — they failed on the front end.
Smart landlords protect themselves by:
• Using the right lease language
• Understanding program rules before move-in
• Knowing how nonpayment cases actually work with vouchers
• Working with responsive caseworkers
Working with knowledgeable realtor like myself**
Question for landlords:
What’s your biggest concern with voucher tenants?
- Nonpayment
- Property damage
- Court delays
- Program confusion
Comment below 👇