Q&A For NYC Renters Living In Buildings Facing Foreclosure

In New York City, am New York reports:

• Finding out that your apartment building is being foreclosed on -- for whatever reason -- can be a confusing and stressful time for any renter in New York City.
  
  Maybe you've heard rumblings in your hallway, or maybe you've received a notice on your door telling you that everything you know about your living situation may soon change; regardless, there are important facts to know when it comes to protecting your rights as a tenant.
  
  From building maintenance to potential eviction scenarios [...]:

• What is the notice that was posted on my building’s door mean?

• What if I am named as a defendant on a foreclosure, but I don’t own the building?

• Do I still pay rent during a foreclosure? If so, who do I pay?

• Does my landlord need to maintain the building during foreclosure?

• I received a notice that I have a new landlord. Can I be evicted?

• Can a new landlord raise rent while I still have a lease from my old landlord?

• How can I confirm that the new landlord of my building is the legitimate owner?

• What should I do if I believe my rights as a tenant are being violated?

For the answers to the above questions, see Foreclosures explained: What NYC tenants need to know.