The pros and cons of renting in a NYC condo or co-op building

… Years ago when I rented a studio apartment in a small selfmanaged coop … Hill I got into a disagreement with my upstairs neighbor about noise  Fed up with her clomping around over my head one … Rental buildings are trying to change this by building huge lounge spaces and hosting social gatherings …

By Jennifer White Karp |January 12, 2026 - 10:30AM
What is the tenant blacklist? Can it prevent me from renting in NYC?

… Searching for an apartment in New York City is always challenging … because you purposely withheld it to force your landlord to do repairs Withholding rent to get your landlord to fix your … salary and any expected bonus If you are selfemployed youll need a letter from your accountant proof of any other funds …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 23, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to break the lease for your NYC rental apartment

… at the same rent or at the current market rent whichever is lower Alternatively they can opt to increase the rent in a … both parties to find a new tenant who meets the buildings income requirements and can take over the apartments lease … How to break your lease … Despite some …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 16, 2025 - 10:30AM