9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… to find a way to work around them Its important to do your homework on your chosen neighborhood and to keep your … because for example you lived in campus housing or at home for the past few years My most successful clients are … to swallow but necessary if you want to successfully find a home in the city If you find yourself holding out for the …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 24, 2026 - 9:30AM
How to move to NYC: A crash course for finding an apartment

…  and the difference between a  safe legal bedroom  and a home office Some bedrooms may not be legaland put your … they will accept grocery deliveries for you when youre not home The soaring popularity of grocery delivery services has … to make into a two bedroom or want to close off space for a home office Generally though bookshelf walls that dont reach …

By Jennifer White Karp |January 5, 2026 - 10:30AM
New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… ven if youre used to the responsibility of owning your own home making the transition to maintaining housing for … a bias that is a leading cause of housing instability and homelessness NYC is one the most difficult markets to find … history means someone is 10 times more likely to become homeless said Diane Johnston an attorney with the  Legal …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM