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 … expected by landlords here Thats because landlords prefer renters who earn an annual salary of 40 times the monthly … one workaround to assuage a landlords concerns putting down additional funds as part of the security deposit Thats …

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

… myself on a slippery slope increasingly willing to compromise on safety and other standards just to find a suitableenough apartment … if they cant come up with their share of expenses … 4 What do you want in a roommate  … If interviewing a roommate …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… If your lease is up 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 …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to tell if your NYC apartment building is protected by the new Good Cause eviction law

… negotiating a lease renewal So if your monthly rent is $3000 you could fight a rent increase of more than $326460 … eviction protections $5846 for a studio $6005 for a one bedroom $6742 for a two bedroom $8413 for a three bedroom or … owned by small landlordssomeone who owns fewer than 10 apartments statewideare also not covered by Good Cause …

By Celia Young |December 26, 2024 - 9:30AM