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 … for renters who dont meet NYC landlord income standards However another recent shift favors renters More buildings …

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

… and didnt like about the building as well as what might improve the rental experience Mohamed said early feedback …

By Brick Underground |December 15, 2025 - 1:45PM
Tenants of bankrupt Crown Heights buildings want repairs and a chance to buy their units

… mold in their bathrooms The sixstory Crown Heights building is one of 93 properties across New York City that an entity … on his back up the buildings stairs when the elevator periodically stopped working Deliz himself has gotten … to say she added Fuck Pinnacle You can quote me on that … What tenants need to know … The bankruptcy auction could …

By Celia Young |October 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… maintenance paymentsbut a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know New Yorks rental laws …

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

… Searching for an apartment in New York City is always challenging … by prospective landlords   With changes to New Yorks rent laws in 2019 however landlords can no longer refuse to … the penalty of weeding out troublemakers is worth the risk should they get caught  In fact Fishman says landlords will …

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