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

… putting down additional funds as part of the security deposit Thats because c hanges to the rent laws in 2019 … of several options to consider when you are looking for a rental but dont have the kind of salary that landlords want … if you cant Or you can use an institutional guarantor which guarantees the entire lease Landlords are more willing to …

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

… York City Facing questions about your finances and personal habits can be dauntingparticularly because boards can … to Jeremy Kamm an agent at Coldwell Banker Warburg  Some coops are interested in knowing how frequently you may have … if they intend to sublet their units and how often for coops that permit subletting Weigh your answer carefully …

By Brick Underground |December 26, 2025 - 9:30AM
8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… typically try to raise rents for current tenants to match what they could get from new renters You may not be an … may have changed since you signed your lease For example dont expect your landlord to offer another … apartments are renting for in the neighborhood on real estate listing and brokerage sites If you are arguing …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2025 - 9:30AM