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Reading reviews from other renters can help give you some inside knowledge before you commit to a new apartment.

If you fall behind on rent, much depends on your relationship with your landlord, attorney Altagracia Pierre-Outerbridge said. Asking for an extension or a payment plan are two options.

Want to know how much to tip your doorman, super, porter, and other NYC building staff? Here's Brick Underground's annual tipping guide, updated for 2025.

How to compare prices, taxes, commuting, and other costs associated with moving from NYC to the suburbs.

Altagracia Pierre-Outerbridge of Outerbridge Law advises a tenant whose landlord makes surprise visits to their apartment.

What to do if the heat in your NYC apartment isn't working, or is blasting too high.