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

… The New York City rental market has plenty of pitfalls to trip up a rookie … fake listings con artists who impersonate agents online and landlords that ignore or dont know the laws that protect … generous concessions renters used to see are gone at least for now Our rental inventory is extremely low said Liz …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
Why I moved to NYC from Long Island: After living with mean roommates, I wanted to own a place of my own

… Tired of her difficult roommates Rachel moved back home to save up to buy a place … stores small businesses and a decent school district My parent bought their house when they got married in their 20s … it LIC was a bit out of my price range so I looked at nearby Sunnyside and Astoria and liked Sunnyside more At first I …

By Kelly Kreth |August 8, 2025 - 9:30AM
Moving to NYC after college? Here's how to find a rental apartment

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By Evelyn Battaglia |April 15, 2025 - 10:00AM