10 Things You Need Before Renting an Apartment in NYC
You’ve probably heard that finding an apartment to rent in New York is no easy task, and that’s putting it lightly. With steep income requirements, heavy competition, and a host…
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Can I Rent an Apartment Without a Job in New York City?
Finding an apartment in New York City to rent has never been easy. With sky-high prices, limited options, and heavy competition, even the best-equipped New Yorkers can have a hard…
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Homeownership Myths that Most Renters Believe
The process can be intimidating for any renter who aspires to become a homeowner. There will be a dozen other minor considerations in assessing whether you’re financially and mentally prepared…
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Negotiating a Rental Lease in New York City
With two-thirds of New York City’s population being renters, the coronavirus pandemic was always a problem. Thousands of people are still out of work, while others who managed to retain…
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High Floor Walk-up Apartments in New York City
When searching for my own NYC apartment, I toured some pretty sweet Manhattan fifth-floor walk-ups, which, at the time, seemed almost feasible. (I skipped the sixth-floor ads intentionally and later…
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Rent Laws for Tenants and Landlords in New York City
Last month saw lawmakers make the most significant overhaul of New York’s rent laws in over a generation. On June 14th, Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the Housing Stability and Tenant…
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What is a Notice to Vacate in New York City?
If you ever find yourself holding a Notice to Vacate, it’s always better to be the one sending it rather than receiving it. This is a notice sent to a…
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What Is a Guarantor for NYC Apartments for Rent?
Affording a rental apartment in New York City can be next to impossible for some newcomers, particularly those who prefer to rent alone and recent college graduates without much credit…
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