Fake listing alert: Don't fall for any of these rental apartment scams

Rental apartment scams typically occur when demand is high and … but isnt usable Another common example is when a one or two bedroom that could accommodate a temporary wall is … doing something above board Put the brakes on As of June 11th broker fees are all but certain to be  eliminated by …

By Brick Underground |April 30, 2026 - 9:30AM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… The New York City rental market has plenty of pitfalls to trip … that you no longer need to pay a brokers fee unless you hired them yourself under a new law dubbed the Fairness in … muster In this era of the gig economy predictable biweekly paychecks are not always the norm Or you may lack any work …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 24, 2026 - 9:30AM
The 7 best ways to find a short-term rental while you renovate your NYC apartment

… apartment involves more than finding a reputable contractor and choosing your finishes and appliances It also … your kitchen and bathroom are offlimits  But shortterm rentals are often difficult to find and typically cost 20 to … Horigan offers this pro tip If you see a listing for a 12month unfurnished rental in the winter ask if the landlord …

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 22, 2026 - 10:30AM
An insider's guide to finding a short-term, furnished rental in NYC

… January 2025 Whats behind this Catch22  Its tricky to find apartments available for shortterm stays due to NYC laws … of Manhattan living with Manhattan Suites curated furnished apartments designed with attention to the details that … at an average of $417 per night times 30 days according to CoStar a provider of  commercial real estate data and …

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

… in support of the bill and $5 million to help elect home sharingfriendly legislators according to Bloomberg The … assistance for social media and advertising to Restore Homeowner Autonomy and Rights RHOAR a group of 650 single … houses could take tens of thousands of rental units off the market while NYC is in a housing crisis and undo the impact …

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