renters

Classic exterior metal fire escapes on or near Greenwich Street in New York City.
The Search
3 ways to find a rental before it goes on the market (and get a good deal)
By Celia Young |August 16, 2024 - 12:30PM
Beautiful NYC walk-ups in a quiet upper west side neighborhood.
Roommates + Landlords
Should I sign my landlord's non-disclosure agreement?
By Celia Young |April 22, 2024 - 12:30PM
Beautiful sunset after heavy rain shot in East Harlem, New York.
Affordable Housing
How to freeze your rent through two NYC programs
By Celia Young |April 3, 2024 - 1:30PM
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Small Projects + DIY
My apartment really needs to be painted. How can I get my landlord to do it?
By Austin Havens-Bowen |January 18, 2024 - 1:30PM
apartment rating sites NYC
Rent
How to check your NYC apartment building's ratings—or rate your own place
By Emily Myers |July 10, 2023 - 12:30PM
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The Search
Meet the new real estate agent-in-training, ChatGPT
By Jennifer White Karp |June 2, 2023 - 3:45PM
Apartment buildings along 10th Avenue in Manhattan, NYC
Roommates + Landlords
What you can do if your lease is up and you can’t afford to renew
By Jennifer White Karp |May 25, 2023 - 12:45PM
NYC apartment buildings
Roommates + Landlords
What is the warranty of habitability and how does it affect tenants?
By Emily Myers |May 22, 2023 - 12:30PM
w of Old Brick Apartment Buildings with Fire Escapes in the East Village of New York City - stock photo
Investing
Renting out an investment property? Here's how to find a reliable tenant

… If youve purchased an apartment or townhouse in New York City to rent out it can … seem daunting Should you work with a broker or handle the listing yourself What are the most reputable search websites … Once you have interested renters you can hire a screening company such as TSC or American Apartment Owners Association …

By Evelyn Battaglia |March 15, 2023 - 1:45PM