New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… Becoming a landlord can provide income to offset the expenses of owning a place in New York Citylike your … a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know New Yorks rental …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… there will not be much to choose from and they have to act fast on units as soon as they hit the market Finding a … to find a way to work around them Its important to do your homework on your chosen neighborhood and to keep your … everyone who will be on the lease including guarantors and roommates  Governmentissued photo ID a clear picture from …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
The insider's guide to NYC rent-stabilized apartments: Where to find them and how the program works

… Landing a rentstabilized apartment in New York City can be a lifeline for renters who would otherwise struggle with unpredictable rent increases and the … for twoyear leases that begin on or after Oct 1st of 2025 through Sept 30th 2026 The rentstabilization program is

By Celia Young |August 14, 2025 - 12:30PM
NYC landlords want tenants who earn 40 times the monthly rent. Here are 7 workarounds

… With median rents in New York City hitting new records   its harder than ever for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements usually expected by … want renters who earn an annual salary of 40 times the monthly rent and have good credit For example if you and any …

By Jennifer White Karp |July 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
Didn't get your security deposit returned in NYC? A new chatbot can help

You did it You dodged scams trekked to packed apartment tours found an agent who … still sweating because you havent received your security deposit from your old place and youre counting on that money … for is photos Nori said  The online tool is free for now After the first 1000 users renters may be asked to pay a

By Celia Young |July 7, 2025 - 11:00AM
How to move to NYC: A crash course for finding an apartment

… Thinking of moving to New York City You must like a challenge … What are your dining options …  A little bit of research on food blogs like  Eater  and  Grub Street  will give you a … easy is it to find a parking spot … With the exception of Staten Island the answer to this question is probably going …

By Jennifer White Karp |June 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to break the lease for your NYC rental apartment

… When you sign a lease for a New York City rental apartment its essential … it And theres a very specific way to do it  Know that allow does not mean dont worry about the rent youre contractually … Housing  a NYC tenants rights organization has a guide to what constitutes a reasonable or unreasonable refusal Their …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 16, 2025 - 10:30AM