32. NYC Mayor Mamdani vs Slumlords: Rent Control, Housing Policy

Send us Fan MailIf you’ve been following the conversations around housing affordability, rent control, and landlord accountability, this episode dives into one of the most controversial real estate debates happening right now. Violeta breaks down the major housing and real estate proposals being pushed by New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani and shares her perspective as a real estate investor on what these changes could mean for landlords, tenants, and the future of investing.From cracking down on slumlords and issuing massive fines for neglected properties to discussions around rent freezes, affordable housing, insurance relief, and over-leveraged investors, this episode explores the tension between protecting tenants and protecting property owners. Violeta also shares her own experiences dealing with distressed properties, preventative maintenance, refinancing strategies, and the realities of managing affordable housing as an investor.We cover: • Zohran Mamdani’s controversial housing and real estate proposals • Rental “rip-off hearings” and tenant accountability initiatives • Why slumlords are facing larger fines and possible property seizures • How neglected maintenance impacts tenants and neighborhoods • The risks of over-leveraging rental properties through refinancing and HELOCs • Preventative maintenance, CapEx planning, and responsible investing • How LLC structures can make landlord accountability difficult • Rent freezes, rising insurance costs, and increasing property taxes • Affordable housing challenges for both tenants and landlords • City-backed insurance relief programs for affordable housing owners • The balance between profit, ethical investing, and community impactThis episode is a reminder that real estate investing isn’t just about cash flow and appreciation — it also comes with responsibility. Violeta shares why ethical investing, proper maintenance, and long-term planning matter not only for protecting your assets, but also for protecting the people who live in your properties.Mentioned in this episode:Free Latinas in Real Estate community https://www.skool.com/real-estate-jefas-9075/aboutMamdani’s News Links: https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/nyc-rent-guidelines-board-preliminary-vote-freeze-hike-rents/https://www.nyc.gov/mayors-office/news/2026/04/mamdani-administration-unveils-first-of-its-kind-insurance-progrSupport the showJoin my Latina Real Estate Investors Community (FREE)https://www.skool.com/real-estate-jefas-9075/aboutGet my FREE Real Estate Investing Starter Kit https://moneychisme.kit.com/rei-starter-kitProperty Management made easy with RentRedihttps://app.rentredi.com/signUp/AOK400?utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=referralShareManage Your Funds with BASELANE Bankinghttps://invite.baselane.com/Violeta84614Follow us on Social Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/money_chisme/https://www.instagram.com/lindoesinvesting/Disclaimer:We are not financial advisors. The information contained in this video is for entertainment purposes only. Please consult a licensed professional before making any financial decisions. Affiliate links: I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. This helps me provide you with free content, like this podcast! You can read my full disclaimer here: ...