Empty nester checklist: What to consider if you are buying or renting in NYC

… out what empty nesters should consider before buying or renting in NYC Heres what they advised Editors note  A … help determine how much you can afford If youre planning to rent know that landlords prefer renters who make an annual … them in the future may be worth thinking about For example does the building have a ramp Are there features in the …

By Jennifer White Karp |August 19, 2025 - 1:45PM
Buying an apartment for your adult child? Here are 7 things to keep in mind

… it often decide that buying a New York City apartment for their adult child is better than helping pay their rent Its … it was viewed as earlier said Dean Roberts a longtime coop and condo attorney at  Norris McLaughlin  in Manhattan … Husarsky an executive vice president at Federal Savings Bank  parents should strive to list their children on both …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 28, 2025 - 10:00AM
How retirees can qualify for a rental apartment in NYC

… momandpop landlordthey are often more flexible than large rental buildings run by management companies Another option … … If your credit score isnt in the 700s and you fall short of the income requirements you may still find … broker will also be able to do a lot of the legwork in terms of finding a landlord with flexibility  … Apply for an …

By Emily Myers |April 25, 2023 - 9:30AM
Can I be a lease guarantor for both of my adult children? What are the risks?

… … We know how it is You buy one kid something and the other one wants the … screening reports which will not ding your credit score … What is a hard credit check … A hard credit pull usually …

By Jennifer White Karp |March 13, 2023 - 2:30PM