In the heart of Manhattan’s Upper Eastside, an apartment with a rent of just $1450 for over 1000sqft sounds like a dream, right? But what if this dreamy apartment becomes the epicenter of a family feud? Our story revolves around a woman who moved to NYC to support her grieving brother and his toddler son after a tragic loss. She took over the lease of his rent-stabilized apartment when he moved away. Now, years later, he’s returning to the city and wants his apartment back. But she’s not ready to give it up. Let’s delve into this emotional rollercoaster.
A Tragic Beginning ️
A Sister’s Sacrifice
Stepping Up to the Plate
The ‘Inherited’ Apartment
A Big Move
Taking Over the Lease
Life Moves On ⏭️
A Shocking Request
A Firm ‘No’
Accusations Fly ️
A Child’s Inheritance?
A Twist in the Tale
A Second Thought
An Apartment, a Feud, and a Moral Dilemma
In a tale that could be straight out of a soap opera, a woman finds herself in a moral quandary over a rent-stabilized apartment in NYC. After her brother’s wife tragically passed away, she moved in with him to help raise his son. When he decided to move to Toronto, she took over the lease of his apartment. Now, years later, he’s returning to NYC and wants his apartment back. But she’s unwilling to give it up, as she and her fiancé have made it their home. Accusations of ‘stealing’ the apartment and taking advantage of a tragic situation have been thrown her way, leaving her questioning her decision. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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NTA. Brother can’t upend OP’s life for his own changes
NTA for wanting to keep the apartment, but relationship may suffer
“NTA. It’s a lease. Your brother doesn’t own it. “
NTA. Sacrificed for brother, now expected to sacrifice even more.
Should OP sacrifice her own happiness for her brother’s selfishness?
NTA. The apartment can’t be inherited. Decide what’s best
OP sacrificed a lot to support her brother. NTA!
You’re in charge now! Time for a fresh start!
Monica’s apartment situation on Friends: Who’s right, who’s wrong?
NTA, keep the apartment! It’s yours now, not his
NTA. You staying saved the apartment. Logistically, it’s complicated.
Brother wants to move in with OP for 2 more years
NTA. Don’t put your life on hold for the uncertain future.
Hold on tight! Don’t let go of that rent-controlled gem!
NTA – You helped your brother in NYC, he should reciprocate
You’re in charge now! Take control of the inherited apartment!
NTA for not wanting to give up the apartment to brother
INFO: Can’t give back apartment; options are keep it or neither.
“NTA NTA NTA NTA NTA NTA. Do. Not. Move.”
Brother wants to move girlfriend into dead wife’s apartment? NTA
Moved across country, supported him, he owes you. NTA
Legal lease ownership determines apartment rights. Not the a**hole (NTA).
You’re in the clear! The apartment is legally yours now.
You can’t give him the apartment, it’s against the rules! NTA.
Landlord vs. Tenant: Who’s Right?
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NTA. Brother’s mistake, now you’re stuck choosing home or family.
NTA: Legal rights to inherited apartment, don’t let him mess up your plans!
Logistics don’t add up for apartment transfer, NTA.
Regretful departure leads to justified claim for ‘inherited’ apartment.
Uprooted life to support family, now accused of stealing apartment. NTA
You’re not the a**hole! You’ve claimed the apartment as yours.
Legalities aside, taking over a rent-stabilized lease is risky
NTA. It’s your rental. You’re on the lease. End of story.
Generous act of keeping the apartment despite no obligation.
NTA – You helped him move on, it’s not his place
INFO: Need more details about the agreement with your brother.
NTA. Inheriting a leased apartment? Time for better planning!
Moving away? No problem. You’re not the a**hole!
NTA. Supporting a grown man who left you was irresponsible.
NTA. Great rental terms, but a risky option for her.
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Understanding the rent control situation: OP is NTA
Demand proof of contract before surrendering the apartment.
Defending your right to stay in the ‘inherited’ apartment!
Entitled ex-roommate wants apartment back after 3 years. NTA!
