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

… of several options to consider when you are looking for a rental but dont have the kind of salary that landlords want … just below the financial threshold As we get closer to the holidays there is less volume of people looking for rentals … for a landlord who is flexible about guarantors pets flexing your space with temporary wallsor who wont …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… for renewal your landlord has likely notified you that your rent is increasing In New York Citys highly competitive rental market landlords typically try to raise rents for current tenants to match what they could … old rent If the landlord accepts your payments you become a monthtomonth tenant which can give you some flexibility but …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2025 - 9:30AM
A condo or co-op with lower carrying costs can make buying more doable. Here's where to find one

… on how the building is runwhether it has a healthy reserve fund for examplethose increases can vary in size You … when taxes ramp up to their full amount  Substantial reserve funds in the building can give a buyer a sense of … she says … Board management and building size … A healthy reserve fund is important for the financial health of a …

By Emily Myers |December 27, 2024 - 2:30PM