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

… homes make up over 28 percent of the citys housing stock and just over 14 percent or 320000 units of its rental … for short stays For so many New Yorkers especially in my communities this issue is personal It is about whether a … presence of a permanent occupant who knows the layout and locations of exits and allow more locked interior doors …

By Jennifer White Karp |November 21, 2025 - 9:30AM
Fake listing alert: Don't fall for any of these rental apartment scams

… them more susceptible to these kinds of schemes said Amanda Baum an agent at Corcoran She recounted speaking to several … education and collaboration with verified professionals Baum said The most common scams are discussed below along … like a great deal and then attach a fake application link Baum said adding that these are often scams designed to …

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

… threemonth sublease for an apartment in New York City only to be kicked out after two weeks because subletting is not … contact the socalled owner is no longer working  When the rental market has a lot of competition for apartmentsas is … listed the following red flags And he said if you have any questions about the validity of a listing you can email …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 13, 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 … guidance and walk you through the potential pitfalls so you can avoid the typical hassles and headaches Youll also find … September so if possible take advantage of price drops but lower supply from December through March  Being flexible …

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