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 … One way you can do that is to read reviews from current tenantsjust like you would read restaurant reviews before … can also check Yelp to see what current or former tenants have to say With all reviews its important to bear …

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

… This year I had something on my holiday shopping list that would make many New York City renters balk a gift for my landlord  In … or respond to my questions I moved to my most recent apartment two years ago and expected to learn nothing about …

By Anonymous |December 8, 2025 - 11:00AM
How to deal with excessive noise from a neighbor in a NYC apartment building

… in a New York City apartment means being in close proximity to your neighbors 247and dealing with a fair share of noise … If you are nervous about talking to your neighbors consider how relieved you would feel if they approached you with the … a neutral conversation with your neighbor or landlord to find a resolution … Hire a pro … The NYC noise code enforced …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 29, 2025 - 2:00PM