Didn't get your security deposit returned in NYC? A new chatbot can help

… You did it You dodged scams trekked to packed apartment tours … legal tech company LawDroid launched an online chatbot that can help New Yorkers draft a letter to their landlord to … a more casual request Read on for how to craft a letter and what to do if that doesnt work … How to draft a letter … The …

By Celia Young |July 7, 2025 - 11:00AM
No co-signer for your rental? No problem—try these 6 guarantor workarounds

… rent you will usually need to show a combination of good credit and an annual salary of 40 to 45 times the monthly … cosignersomeone who will be on the lease with you and therefore fully liable for any unpaid rentor a guarantor who … the market and find a great apartment to rent without one Check out their listings or reach out to them for

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 17, 2025 - 10:30AM
Rental checklist: 20 things to look for when signing a lease in NYC

When moving to a new rental apartment in New York City you may be tempted to … parentslook at it as well said Gary Malin chief operating officer at The Corcoran Group Some landlords have drafted … from a condo or coop owner The buildings will often have rules about insurance coverage and while the building policy …

By Celia Young |June 9, 2025 - 2:30PM
Can a landlord require a ‘refundable’ pet security deposit of $300?

… answer is no Your landlord cannot charge you an additional security deposit because you have a pet New York City … rent or additional monthly fee to keep a pet in your apartment Similar to an amenity fee this type of charge is … certain reptilian venomous and predatory animals in an NYC apartment so please leave your crocodile at the zoo If you …

By Celia Young |January 28, 2025 - 1:30PM
Elaborate apartment scams on Instagram can cost renters thousands—along with their pride

… Emily rents an apartment in Flatbush Brooklyn on a monthtomonth lease and like many New Yorkers shes always looking for the next best thing This … she hadnt spoken with for years sent her an Instagram account using her name and face It was a scammer who used …

By Celia Young |July 9, 2024 - 1:30PM
How much does it cost to move to NYC?

… with a landlord or management company  Such guidance however is going to cost you a broker fee which can be … salary to be 4045 times the monthly rent If your income doesnt pass muster or if you are a gig worker without a … … guarantors … moving … renting … security deposit … How much does it cost to move to NYC …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 17, 2023 - 10:00AM