Empty nester checklist: What to consider if you are buying or renting in NYC

… lived here when they were younger Others are moving to NYC for the first time often to be near their grown children It … professionals to find out what empty nesters should consider before buying or renting in NYC Heres what they … is proximity to family But generally speaking the Upper East and Upper West sides tend to be good fits for older …

By Jennifer White Karp |August 19, 2025 - 1:45PM
We're retiring soon and planning on moving to NYC. Should we rent or buy?

… … The NYC rent vs buy dilemma is as timeless as it is vexing and as soontobe retirees you have some constraints that limit your … Brick about her life in NYC Im out every night doing different thingsin the past month Ive been to the ballet theater …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 28, 2024 - 9:30AM
How to freeze your rent through two NYC programs

… Think your rent is too damn high You might be able to freeze … older to qualify You also need to use one of the following government benefits the Federal Supplemental Security Income … eligible Plus eligibility requirements could change A bill introduced by State Senator Brian Kavanagh would require the …

By Celia Young |April 3, 2024 - 1:30PM
How retirees can qualify for a rental apartment in NYC

… standard annual income requirement of 40 times the monthly rent is challenging enough when you have an incomewhen youre … worse for many retirees is the current market where rents are seemingly stuck at close to record levels  If you dont … momandpop landlordthey are often more flexible than large rental buildings run by management companies Another option …

By Emily Myers |April 25, 2023 - 9:30AM