Realty Bites

Your thorniest, wildest, most intriguing questions about buying, selling, renting and living in NYC....answered.

Rent
November 17, 2020 - 1:30PM

Does being a guarantor for a NYC apartment impact your credit score?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Rent
November 6, 2020 - 9:30AM

My landlord wants me out for a few days to replace the floors. Am I entitled to a rent reduction?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Rent
October 30, 2020 - 11:30AM

My building management wants to see recent pay stubs. My lease is not up. Do I have to comply?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Rent
October 5, 2020 - 2:30PM

How do I show proof of income to rent a NYC apartment if I’m self-employed?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Rent
September 16, 2020 - 12:30PM

My landlord won’t let me go month to month, but offered an opt-out clause if I renew. What’s the catch?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Rent
September 1, 2020 - 12:30PM

My landlord wants a sublet fee if I get a new roommate. Do I have to pay it?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Live
August 19, 2020 - 9:30AM

My neighbor doesn’t wear a face mask. Is there anything I can do?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Rent
July 7, 2020 - 1:00PM

Is it ok for my roommate to have a small party in our NYC apartment right now?

By Austin Havens-Bowen
Rent
July 6, 2020 - 9:30AM

From abroad and studying in NYC? How to land a rental

By BrickUnderground
Rent
May 19, 2020 - 1:30PM

Does New York’s eviction moratorium apply to sublets?

By Austin Havens-Bowen