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

… With median rents continually hitting new records   its harder than ever for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements generally expected by … on your credit report make sure they are corrected and get letters of explanation for any major issues like a lien …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
The 21 best questions to ask potential roommates to get the perfect match

… discussed and agreed to in writing   … 1 Do you work from home  … A yes answer to this question can be a boon or a … on their lawful source of income but you can ask about your prospective roommates job to determine if they can afford … sharing certain things like kitchen basics and cleaning products versus maintaining separate supplies … 5 What are …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 29, 2025 - 9:30AM