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

… identify situations where you might be vulnerable to fake listings or other types of fraud Most scammers create a … that something is not right  As more people search for apartments online these days thats where con artists lurk … materials that misrepresent the listing such as  basement apartments that dont meet building codes According to Baum …

By Celia Young |June 4, 2025 - 10:30AM
9 signs that a short-term rental listing is a scam

… When the rental market has a lot of competition for apartmentsas is the case in NYC nowscammers come out in … more attempts said Philip Horigan founder of  Leasebreak  a shortterm rental listings site Unfortunately this is also … company like  Manhattan Suites Their curated list of  furnished New York City apartments  delivers the privacy and …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 13, 2025 - 10:30AM
An insider's guide to finding a short-term, furnished rental in NYC

… apartment in New York City is notoriously hardand finding a shortterm furnished rental here is even harder Its a dilemma you may … January 2025 Whats behind this Catch22  Its tricky to find apartments available for shortterm stays due to NYC laws …

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 30, 2025 - 2:00PM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time NYC renter

… only Application fee which is limited to $20 per person nonrefundable Current landlord reference letter if available or … Renters insurance sometimes required Refundable security deposit limited to the equivalent of one months rent  … successfully find a home in the city If you find yourself holding out for the perfect apartment you may miss out …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 30, 2024 - 1:30PM