Can I refuse cash as payment on a new lease in NYS?

[Brittany R.]

I want to stop accepting cash as a form of payment for rent. I want to accept only money orders, checks, direct deposit and or electronic payment through Zelle. I've tried to find an answer online but, I can seem to find a clear answer. Can I refuse to accept cash as a form of payment on a new lease? (I'm in contract to buy my 2nd rental property and I'm trying to find out before I lease my next apartments.)