I'm getting a rent hike on a place that needs work. Is now a good time to ask my landlord to make some repairs?

… … You are likely facing a considerable rent hike but weighed against the citys recordhigh rents it probably makes better financial sense to stay …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |August 18, 2022 - 12:30PM
The average rent for a Manhattan apartment keeps climbing above $5,000. What happens when demand falls?

… Looking to sign a new lease in Manhattan If youre renting the averagepriced apartment you and your roommates if you have … skewing rents higher smaller apartments like studios and one bedrooms are becoming more expensive as well reflected …

By Jennifer White Karp |August 11, 2022 - 9:30AM
My lease says my rent is lower than what I expected! Is this a mistake?

… that this was a mistake  Arik Lifshitz CEO of DSA Property Group says that mistakes happen from time to time and can be … binding for both of you According to the Attorney Generals Residential Tenants Rights Guide a lease cannot be changed …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |August 4, 2022 - 12:30PM
Want to spruce up your NYC rental apartment? Here's Brick's best advice

… place with a different color can change the vibe but you should check in with your landlord before painting it a … help planning your paint job Read Satin Glossy Eggshell How to choose a finish when painting a NYC apartment and How much will it cost to paint my NYC apartment Another option …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |July 20, 2022 - 1:30PM
Average rent for a Manhattan apartment passes $5,000 for the first time

… The average rent for a Manhattan apartment hit $5058 a month in Junean … net effective rents in Manhattan reached new highs and one in four luxury leases involved a bidding war  according … of all sizes are seeing rents increase with three bedrooms recording the biggest jump … Active listings down …

By Jennifer White Karp |July 14, 2022 - 9:30AM