Home sharing with a senior: Roommate matching program makes living in NYC more affordable

… a roommate has long been a way to make living in pricey New York City more affordable For seniorsa roommate can mean an even bigger lifeline Getting help with the rent or mortgage can make all the difference in holding onto … Hosts are required to provide a copy of their current lease or deed and guests must show proof of income …

By Jennifer White Karp |April 25, 2024 - 4:30PM
How to tell if a co-living company is legit or sketchy

… Melanie Wilkerson a former renter at Bedlya coliving company that abruptly went belly up in July 2019thought she … NYC housing  to weigh in on how to evaluate a coliving company and determine if it is safe and sound Below some … feeds for mentions and Google for news stories Look up the company on the Better Business Bureau to see if its …

By Mimi OConnor |September 14, 2022 - 2:30PM
These 18 New York City landlords allow temporary walls

… for many people especially students or those starting their careers However by installing a temporary or flexible wall … the rules are for installation because they often vary from company to company Dont just assume you can flex If a wall is not built …

By Donna M. Airoldi |December 27, 2018 - 10:00AM
Beyond the bunk bed: How to create the perfect space for siblings sharing a room

… or narrowest of spaces can be put to good use within a shared room The narrow walls on either side of a window are …

By Jennifer Laing |August 17, 2017 - 12:00PM
How to create separate study spaces in a shared bedroom

… founder of Gotham Organizers  some tips for turning a shared bedroom into a homeworkappropriate study hall Most shared childrens bedrooms are crowded spaces filled to the … … room-sharing … How to create separate study spaces in a shared bedroom …

By Jen Laing |September 11, 2015 - 12:59PM