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

… Rental apartment scams typically occur when demand is high and … that appears legit  Some scammers attempt to impersonate landlords or brokers leading renters to believe they are … listings are especially common on social media where people will take real listings posted by agents change the

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 up a rookie renter … fake listings con artists who impersonate agents online and landlords that ignore or dont know the laws that protect … search knowing that inventory is much more expensive there will not be much to choose from and they have to act fast on …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 24, 2026 - 9:30AM
An insider's guide to finding a short-term, furnished rental in NYC

… the challenge is inevitably the same How do you find accommodations that are legal economically feasible and … on the lookout for hidden costs some rental quotes include wifi and utilities and housekeeping but others dont Do your … alternative to weekly and monthtomonth apartment rentals … Accommodations … Choose among studios one and twobedroom …

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