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

… found an agent who actually responds to your texts and forked over thousands of dollars for a New York City rental … stories about  losing a security deposit to a recalcitrant landlord The New York State Attorney General received around … dubbed it can also answer basic questions about tenants rights based on a few specific documents including the …

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

… To demonstrate that you can reliably pay your rent you will usually need to show a combination of good … with you and therefore fully liable for any unpaid rentor a guarantor who agrees to pay the rent if you cant In NYC cosigners and guarantors  are generally required to have …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 17, 2025 - 10:30AM
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 … to target unsuspecting renters But what is shocking is how sophisticated some of these scams have become  Brick …

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

… If youre thinking of moving to New York City youre not alone After a brief pandemic exodus … ongoing housing shortage Prepare for bidding wars even in rentals  Pro Tip Pro Tip Want to stress less about your NYC … and beg family and friends for help A rental company like UHaul  has a starting rate of $20 but the overall cost will …

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