New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… Becoming a landlord can provide income to offset the expenses of owning a place in New York Citylike your … a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know New Yorks rental laws prepare a …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM
No co-signer for your rental? No problem—try these 6 guarantor workarounds

… To demonstrate that you can reliably pay your rent you will usually need to show a combination of good … a guarantor who agrees to pay the rent if you cant In NYC cosigners and guarantors  are generally required to have … in fact bidding wars are happening in the current redhot rental market Its also possible renters may find that an …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 17, 2025 - 10:30AM
Rental checklist: 20 things to look for when signing a lease in NYC

… to protect the landlord more than the tenant So dont rush through the leasesigning process Youll want to make sure the … wont withhold his or her consent when you decide to bring home your new best friend If you already have a pet ideally … way to avoid friction is to be upfront In condo and coop rentals review the corporate bylaws to ensure what the rules …

By Celia Young |June 9, 2025 - 2:30PM
An insider's guide to finding a short-term, furnished rental in NYC

… Finding a rental apartment in New York City is notoriously hardand … harder Its a dilemma you may face if youre relocating here for work or if you are renovating Other reasons you might … significant savings over a lengthy hotel stay at an average of $417 per night times 30 days according to CoStar …

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