Best of Brick

Here are 8 real co-op board reference letters from successful buyers

By Brick Underground |August 1, 2025 - 9:30AM

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 for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements usually expected by … want renters who earn an annual salary of 40 times the monthly rent and have good credit For example if you and any …

By Jennifer White Karp |July 31, 2025 - 9:30AM

Apartment buildings on Park Avenue in Manhattan.

Co-ops

12 tough co-op board interview questions—and how to answer them

By Brick Underground |July 30, 2025 - 9:30AM

The Market

8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… renewal are not difficult to deploy Remain polite and point out that youve been a good tenant and paid your rent on time … rent increase and to weigh whether staying is cheaper than moving out Keep in mind that renewing your lease means youll … example rent increases for a oneyear lease starting on or after October 1st 2023 and before September 30th 2024 can …

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

Two women sitting on sofa at home, they are drinking coffee and talking.

The Search

The 21 best questions to ask potential roommates to get the perfect match

… When I landed in New York City as a brighteyed budgetminded law … if they cant come up with their share of expenses … 4 What do you want in a roommate … If interviewing a roommate … Share your habits with them too Honesty is key here It doesnt really matter if youre messy or not what matters is …