9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… The New York City rental market has plenty of pitfalls to trip up a rookie renter There are scams involving fake … only Application fee which is limited to $20 per person nonrefundable Current landlord reference letter if available or …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 24, 2026 - 9:30AM
Moving to NYC after college? Here's how to find a rental apartment

… New York City has long been a popular landing place and launch pad for recent college grads so if … your plan know that you will face lots of competition for apartments Of course its not just recent graduates who are combing listings for a place to live in NYCyou are also …

By Evelyn Battaglia |March 30, 2026 - 11:30AM
The 21 best questions to ask potential roommates to get the perfect match

… meI learned a few lessons the hard way I trusted a friends referral not once but thrice with mixed results There was … work schedule isnt 247 Ultimately you need to ask yourself How much will it annoy me to have my roommate home during … of the usual 12 to 15 percent on open listings Bonus The agents at The Agency are a delight to deal with … 7 Do you …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 29, 2025 - 9:30AM