Fake listing alert: Don't fall for any of these rental apartment scams

… when demand is high and right now the New York City rental market remains red hot Demand is outpacing the supply and … different movers based on a physical inspection of your home or apartment Their guidance also suggests that you … to take action by filing a police report allowing the authorities to track and potentially catch the scammers …

By Brick Underground |April 30, 2026 - 9:30AM
How to move to NYC: A crash course for finding an apartment

… rental process is daunting here because of NYCs steep rents and landlords stringent income requirements And when you … about where you are willing to live the size of your apartment and the amenities you can forgo youll have more luck finding a place that isnt too much more expensive than your …

By Jennifer White Karp |January 5, 2026 - 10:30AM
9 signs that a short-term rental listing is a scam

… Imagine signing a threemonth sublease for an apartment in New York City only to be kicked out … shortterm leases Condo buildings cannot prohibit leasing but they can require minimum and maximum lease terms … Buildings List … 8 Orthey show you a fake lease … Veteran agents will also be able to spot a scam in the lease itself …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 13, 2025 - 10:30AM