
Austin Havens-Bowen
Writer
Austin Havens-Bowen is a writer and reporter. He previously covered local news for the Queens Ledger and The Hunts Point Express in the Bronx. He graduated from Hunter College with a BA in media studies. He rents a one-bedroom apartment in Astoria with his boyfriend and their two cats.
Posts by Austin Havens-Bowen:
My lease says my rent is lower than what I expected! Is this a mistake?
August 4, 2022 - 12:30 PM
If the rent stated on your lease is lower amount than what you agreed to pay, make a good-faith gesture and notify your landlord of the mistake and get a corrected lease.
Read More Harlem NYCHA apartment fire, Bronx apartment lottery opens, & more
August 3, 2022 - 10:30 AM
And, REBNY no longer to list on Realtor.com
Read More Moving to a NYC rental apartment on a tight budget? Here's Brick's best advice
August 2, 2022 - 12:30 PM
Are you hoping to move to a new rental apartment in New York City this spring or summer? Brace yourself for steep rents, low inventory, and lots of competition. Here's Brick's best advice on how to find a place on a budget.
Read More Where to buy stylish secondhand furniture for your NYC apartment
August 1, 2022 - 14:30 PM
Want to buy stylish furniture and decor for your NYC rental apartment without spending too much? Here are Brick's suggestions for where to shop, including apps, thrift stores, and flea markets.
Read More 5 Hudson Valley vacation rentals for a last-minute summer getaway
July 29, 2022 - 09:30 AM
Are you planning a last-minute vacation in the Hudson Valley? Check out these rentals with availability in Hudson, Woodstock, Hyde Park, Taghkanic, and Phoenicia.
Read More 5 NYC condos for sale under $1,000,000 in the best neighborhoods for investors
July 27, 2022 - 14:30 PM
Are you looking to buy an investment condo in NYC? Check out these five apartments for sale for less than $1,000,000 in Yorkville, Tribeca, Downtown Brooklyn, Central Harlem, and Hell’s Kitchen.
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