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By Austin Havens-Bowen |June 8, 2022 - 1:30PM

The Market

Feeling squeezed by rent? Renters insurance from Lemonade is the one thing you can control

Sponsored By Lemonade Renters Insurance |June 7, 2022 - 12:30PM

The Search

Why I moved to NYC from Florida: To get out of my comfort zone and meet new people

By Kelly Kreth |May 27, 2022 - 9:30AM

Roommates + Landlords

What's the difference between a co-signer and a guarantor?

By Emily Myers |May 5, 2022 - 1:30PM

Roommates + Landlords

Ask Sam: Can I ask a roommate who won't pay their share of the rent on time to leave?

Sponsored By Himmelstein McConnell Gribben & Joseph LLP |April 13, 2022 - 9:30AM

The Market

Moving to NYC for an internship and need short-term rental? Here’s Brick Underground’s best advice

By Jennifer White Karp |April 7, 2022 - 3:30PM

The Search

What is a lease guarantor, and do you need one to rent in NYC?

… New York City landlords have strict income requirements which means they want renters who earn an annual salary of at least 40 to 50 times … you default In addition changes to New York States rent laws mean the past practice of being able to prepay rent or …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |March 10, 2022 - 12:30PM

Roommates + Landlords

My landlord wants $100 to replace a lost apartment key. Can he charge me this fee?

By Austin Havens-Bowen |February 22, 2022 - 3:30PM

The Market

NYC couples can save nearly $30,000 on rent by moving in together

By Jennifer White Karp |February 14, 2022 - 4:45PM

The Market

Ask Sam: What are my rights as a NYC renter in a market-rate apartment?

… you can still do so Note that you must follow specific procedures to sublet legally including sending your landlord … detailed information about your subletter through certified mail If your landlord unreasonably withholds their consent … with the warranty of habitability provide essential services and comply with the NYC Housing and Maintenance …

Sponsored By Himmelstein McConnell Gribben & Joseph LLP |February 9, 2022 - 12:30PM