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

… that ignore or dont know the laws that protect renters Your best bet in a hot rental market is to know how to avoid aadvertising apartments on StreetEasy or other listing sites are working for the landlord Also your best strategy … greater than 40 times the monthly rent That works out to $120000 for a $3000 per month apartment  In the past …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
Fake listing alert: Don't fall for any of these rental apartment scams

… red hot Demand is outpacing the supply and rents continue to climb  to new highs  So if youre among the droves of … to sign a new lease its important to identify situations where you might be vulnerable to fake listings or other types of fraud Most scammers create a …

By Celia Young |June 4, 2025 - 10:30AM
An insider's guide to finding a short-term, furnished rental in NYC

… Finding a rental apartment in New York City is notoriously hardand finding a … harder Its a dilemma you may face if youre relocating here for work or if you are renovating Other reasons you might … a hasslefree experience and the flexibility to stay as long as you want 30 days a year or longer During your stay

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 30, 2025 - 2:00PM
Owners and tenant advocates clash over short-term rental bill for houses

… Theres a lot of hype about a City Council bill that would roll back New York Citys rules on shortterm stays at single and twofamily properties but council members who are sponsors of the legislation appear … and twofamily houses across New York Corporate landlords coopt our housing stock for shortterm rentals Hochul said Or …

By Jennifer White Karp |January 22, 2025 - 3:30PM