Elias Rappaport

Last week I met with Michele Cohen, a Philadelphia attorney and leading advocate for renters’ rights to learn about the troubling epidemic of evictions in Philadelphia. 1 in 12 renters in Philadelphia face eviction every year, a far higher rate than New York City or other comparable cities. In visiting the Municipal Court, I saw first-hand the greatest challenge that…

One of the most frustrating aspects of renting an apartment is the lack of control you have over your own space. While some landlords allow you to paint your walls or make small structural changes to your space, many reject that idea entirely. Painting your wall is, of course, one great way to add color, depth, and light to a…