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Hudson, New York is a popular getaway for New Yorkers. It's also a good place to buy a house if you're done with city life but want cultural amenities. Here are five houses for sale in the area.

Planning a winter move? If so, central heat might be on top of your rental apartment wish list because you can control the temperature–and avoid a noisy radiator. Here are five apartments that fit the bill for less than $3,000 a month in East New York, Washington Heights, Ditmars-Steinway, Hunters Point, and Bushwick.

And, the New York City Ferry adds a new stop at Throgs Neck in the Bronx with a commute to Wall Street in one hour

Pests like mice and roaches are unfortunately common in New York City apartments, especially if there’s construction or renovation work nearby. As a renter, you are protected by the warranty of habitability and local laws if your apartment gets infested.

Your apartment insurance policy will not directly reimburse you for the loss of a security deposit, but some types of damage to your apartment may be covered.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation last week to increase the value of rental vouchers from 85 percent to 100 percent of fair market rent.