9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… to trip up a rookie renter There are scams involving fake listings con artists who impersonate agents online and … renters Your best bet in a hot rental market is to know how to avoid a bad situation Thats because high demand low … season need to enter their search knowing that inventory is much more expensive there will not be much to choose from …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
No co-signer for your rental? No problem—try these 6 guarantor workarounds

… monthly rent That hurdle can be impossible to clear given New York Citys notoriously skyhigh rents If that describes your … insurance that will cover your rent if you lose your job Landlords often charge a fee for this service and roll …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 17, 2025 - 10:30AM
How much does it cost to move to NYC?

… If youre thinking of moving to New York City youre not alone After a brief pandemic … each of our moveinready homes to make sure that our guests have everything they need to feel at home and free to roam … with new information for October 2023 Read on to find out what you need to know about the cost of moving to NYC  … The …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 17, 2023 - 10:00AM
Are you an international student in NYC? Here's how to rent an apartment

… … The first thing you need to know is that finding an apartment in New York City as an international student is complicated especially since youre unlikely … to have US credit or a steady paycheck two musthaves for renters  To qualify for a rental here landlords want proof …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 29, 2023 - 2:30PM
Should I line up a guarantor before I start my search for a NYC rental apartment?

… practically every New Yorker has a story about the one that got away and having your ducks in a row aka a financial … when buying   Editors Note  Realty Bites  tackles your NYC rental questions  Have a query for our experts Drop … and US students are guaranteed with their parents solely being a responsible party to Insurent a signatory on …

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