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

… The New York City rental market has plenty of pitfalls to trip up a rookie … renters Your best bet in a hot rental market is to know how to avoid a bad situation Thats because high demand low … have stringent income and credit requirements that can push your dream apartment out of reach If you cant meet …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 24, 2026 - 9:30AM
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 searching for a book for my parents and a poster for my partner I scoured NYC for a …

By Anonymous |December 8, 2025 - 11:00AM