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So you’ve found the perfect apartment – great!  Now what?

As vacancy rates continue to drop and the rental application process becomes even more competitive, the stakes are higher than ever.

Here are three...

It’s no secret that apartment hunting in NYC is an incredibly competitive and fast-paced process, with rentals rarely hitting the market more than a month in advance of their occupancy date. Meanwhile, the thought of a looming...

As experienced renters know, a fabulous apartment in a neighborhood that makes you miserable is not usually an apartment worth having.  But with as many choices as New York City offers, determining the right neighborhood(...

It’s no secret that NYC is one of the most expensive cities in the world. It’s easier to lose control of your cash faster than you can say ‘flat broke.’ I’m far from a financial professional, but on my first...

Moving is not just about locating the right apartment; it’s also about successfully navigating the leasing process itself--the multiple steps required to finalize the deal and officially secure your new home.

In New York...

Finding the right apartment isn’t just about discovering the nicest one for the best price. It’s easy to get swept up in amenities and location, but it’s just as crucial to make sure that your future apartment meets some basic...

It’s no secret that NYC apartment hunting reaches its peak within the summer months. As a result, competitive pressure is at an all-time high--with landlord concessions, price breaks and vacancies becoming more and more scarce...

It’s easy to fall in love with a place based on looks, location or price (depending on what you prioritize). I have to admit, out of the many places I’ve viewed in my rental repertoire, I’ve made plenty of snap judgments in my...