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… Buying a  New York City coop is a lot like applying for a job Not only do you have to … also have to make a strong first impression Your goal is to convince a coop board you will be a standup neighbor and an …

… With median rents in New York City hitting new records   its harder than ever for many … lost one workaround to assuage a landlords concerns putting down additional funds as part of the security deposit Thats … be willing to look beyond the score if they need to fill apartments At some point they have to decide Do they have …

… The scrutiny of a coop board interview can ratchet up the tension when youre … bet is to thoroughly prepare for this important part of the coop buying process by anticipating what you will be asked  …

… If your lease is up for renewal your landlord has likely notified you …  week  The trick is not to respond emotionally to a significant rent increase and to weigh whether staying is cheaper …

… City as a brighteyed budgetminded law school grad I found myself on a slippery slope increasingly willing to … out five candidates before finding a suitable match It made all the difference She even turned the tables and asked … roommates job to determine if they can afford the rent Landlords can impose strict income requirements and so can …