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

… to meet the steep income requirements generally expected by landlords here Thats because landlords prefer renters who … less coverage for the owner but its a lower premium for the tenant he said  Frisch said thirdparty guarantors are less … and enter into a roommate agreement with the other tenants  We recommend having a roommate agreement because …

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

… before you sign the lease means you are more likely to avoid a bad situation One way you can do that is to read … more serious and current violationsnot every issue that shows up is a red flag Pro Tip Pro Tip Want to check for … you rent it Run the address through the  Brick Report  and get a  real estate background check  built from all of New …

By Brick Underground |December 15, 2025 - 1:45PM
NYC renters have filed hundreds of FARE Act complaints. Here’s what happens next

… This summer New York City renters filed hundreds of reports against agents and …  up to $2000 under the new law We have a dedicated team who are actively investigating these complaints and also … … What to include in a FARE Act report … The rental market moves fast Listings can appear and disappear in a matter of …

By Celia Young |October 6, 2025 - 12:30PM
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