9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… fake listings con artists who impersonate agents online and landlords that ignore or dont know the laws that protect renters Your best bet in a hot rental market is to know how to avoid … have stringent income and credit requirements that can push your dream apartment out of reach If you cant meet …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
No co-signer for your rental? No problem—try these 6 guarantor workarounds

… To demonstrate that you can reliably pay your rent you will usually need to show … basement and windowless bedrooms are not legal or safe … 5 Get insurance that guarantees your rent … An increasing …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 17, 2025 - 10:30AM
Are you an international student in NYC? Here's how to rent an apartment

… to know is that finding an apartment in New York City as an international student is complicated especially since youre … tristate area New York New Jersey and Connecticut So as an international student a parent or other relative who is out … managing director at Insurent says The vast majority of international students qualify for an Insurent guaranty by …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 29, 2023 - 2:30PM
Should I line up a guarantor before I start my search for a NYC rental apartment?

… are so many variables at play when renting an apartment in New York City that generally speaking anything you can do to … passed muster similar to a mortgage preapproval when buying   Editors Note  Realty Bites  tackles your NYC rental …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 29, 2023 - 12:30PM