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

… concerns putting down additional funds as part of the security deposit Thats because c hanges to the rent laws in … guarantors described in detail below According to Adam Frisch senior managing director at  Mantus Real Estate this … less coverage for the owner but its a lower premium for the tenant he said  Frisch said thirdparty guarantors are less …

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

… When youre searching for an apartment in New York Citys  complicated rental market  doing your homework on a new place is more important than … can also check Yelp to see what current or former tenants have to say With all reviews its important to bear in mind …

By Brick Underground |December 15, 2025 - 1:45PM
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 … the transition to maintaining housing for someone else is a whole new ballgame Editors note A previous version of this article was published in October 2024 It has been …

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

… youve ever been involved in a housing court case and landed on the dreaded  tenant blacklistand then found yourself seemingly shunned by prospective landlords   With changes to New Yorks rent laws in 2019 … by the Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act  … What are my rights as a renter  … Banning the use of publicly available …

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