NYC landlords want tenants who earn 40 times the monthly rent. Here are 7 workarounds

… With median rents continually hitting new records   its harder than ever for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements generally expected by … have leases in accordance with NYC housing law or if the place has fire or other safety issues  … 7 Enter the …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
Why you should check reviews from current tenants before you sign a new lease

… in Manhattan longtime site  Apartment Ratings  uses an epIQ index thats designed to give you an accurate and authentic … You can limit your search to buildings with an A+ epIQ index however doing so sharply limits your search …

By Brick Underground |December 15, 2025 - 1:45PM
The holiday gift I gave my landlord helped me avoid a rent increase

… my holiday shopping list that would make many New York City renters balk a gift for my landlord  In addition to … and impressed by our gesture a small box of treats from a local bakery A few months later he sent us a renewal … If you live in a building owned by a large ownersay a private equity companyits impossible to have a personal …

By Anonymous |December 8, 2025 - 11:00AM
What it's like to live in Queens surrounded by cemeteries

… to get there The walk to get to this peaceful place is fing terrible because youre basically walking alongside the …

By David Colon |October 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… Becoming a landlord can provide income to offset the expenses of owning a place in New York Citylike your mortgage and maintenance paymentsbut a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM
What is the tenant blacklist? Can it prevent me from renting in NYC?

… was to ensure renters would feel confident bringing legal action against a negligent landlord Landlords who use … can NY landlords ask for  … New York landlords and property managers have been forced to adjust their screening … your job title length of employment salary and any expected bonus If you are selfemployed youll need a letter from your …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 23, 2025 - 9:30AM