Should NYC relax rules for short-term stays at private homes?

… The City Councils Committee on Housing and Buildings held a hearing yesterday on two bills that … chip away at New York Citys strict rules for shortterm rentals by making exceptions for owners of one and twofamily … rentals and also incentivize investors to shop for large properties to take advantage of the higher number of …

By Jennifer White Karp |November 21, 2025 - 9:30AM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… of pitfalls to trip up a rookie renter There are scams involving fake listings con artists who impersonate agents online and landlords that ignore or dont know the laws that protect renters Your best bet in a hot rental … get much closer to their desired level only to have the mother say that would be too far for her son to commute …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
An insider's guide to finding a short-term, furnished rental in NYC

… when it comes to those platforms Otherwise you may find yourself being escorted out of your prepaid nonrefundable … founder Phil Horigan the inventory is split between units rented directly from landlords and agents including some of … and a flatscreen TV in the common area Onsite laundry and storage might be available depending on the building like …

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 30, 2025 - 2:00PM