NYC landlords want tenants who earn 40 times the monthly rent. Here are 7 workarounds

… With median rents in New York City hitting new records   its harder than ever … usually expected by landlords here Landlords want renters who earn an annual salary of 40 times the monthly rent and … guarantors described in detail below According to Adam Frisch senior managing director at  Mantus Real Estate this

By Jennifer White Karp |July 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
12 tough co-op board interview questions—and how to answer them

… The scrutiny of a coop board interview can ratchet up the tension when youre buying in New York City Facing questions about your finances and personal habits can be dauntingparticularly … avoid going over a ratio of 20 percent Hence a buyers job security is an increased focus for most boards these days  …

By Brick Underground |July 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… highly competitive rental market landlords typically try to raise rents for current tenants to match what they could … are among the crucial considerations to help you get the best renewal  deal Its important to understand that the … be in NYC for at least another year and truly love your place  What if you cannot commit to the lease renewal …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to check a neighborhood’s climate disaster risk before you move

… to Maryana Grinshpuns doorstep The water came up to the top of the stoopthe entrance to our apartmentbut we didnt get … Sandy the waterfront neighborhood grew Developers built 27 new residential buildings in the five years after the … Politico even called the neighborhood an example of climate gentrification as a more affluent population moved …

By Celia Young |December 27, 2024 - 12:30PM