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A railroad apartment near a bridge in Queens, New York CIty.

Roommates + Landlords

I pay preferential rent and I'm getting new roommates. How do I avoid a rent hike?

By Celia Young |May 13, 2024 - 3:30PM

Rent

Ask Sam: My landlord claims to have no record of several rent payments. How do I prove him wrong?

… said You should also inform him that if he tries to start a court case against you for the payments which have …

Sponsored By Himmelstein McConnell Gribben & Joseph LLP |May 8, 2024 - 4:30PM

Affordable Housing

Home sharing with a senior: Roommate matching program makes living in NYC more affordable

… can mean an even bigger lifeline Getting help with the rent or mortgage can make all the difference in holding onto your home and independent lifestyle But as anyone who has ever … then years ago a number of younger people started inquiring about participating NYFSC received approval from the NYC …

By Jennifer White Karp |April 25, 2024 - 4:30PM

The Search

Moving to NYC after college? Here's how to find a rental apartment

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 18, 2024 - 12:30PM

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Roommates + Landlords

3 illegal restrictions your landlord may try to include in your NYC lease. Here’s how to push back

By Celia Young |April 17, 2024 - 3:00PM

Red brick apartment building in Park Slope in the evening

Roommates + Landlords

My brother’s friend has been squatting at my former apartment and won’t leave now that the lease is up. Am I liable?

By Celia Young |November 7, 2023 - 12:30PM

Roommates + Landlords

9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time NYC renter

… annual income Three most recent bank statements summary pages only Three most recent pay stubs Two most recent tax returns first two pages only Application fee which is limited to $20 per … about the property which shows youve actually looked at the specs online and tells the agent youre a serious contender …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 29, 2023 - 12:30PM