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

… The New York City rental market has plenty of pitfalls to trip up a rookie renter There are scams involving fake listings con artists who impersonate agents online and … is to be super prepared meaning youll want to tour apartments armed with all the documents you need to apply …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
Moving to NYC after college? Here's how to find a rental apartment

… in their jobs And NYC landlords are by no means desperate for tenants Rents continue to  hit new records … a tall order on a postgrads salary That means you and any roommates need to make at least $80000 per year to qualify … like cleaning tasks as well as smoking and socializing at home … For other important conversation topics check out The …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 15, 2025 - 10:00AM
I have $100,000 in the bank but no income. Can I still rent an apartment in NYC?

… Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our experts Drop us an email An earlier version of this … institutional guarantors will qualify renters whose annual income is as low as 275 times the monthly rent or have cash assets or …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 7, 2025 - 10:00AM
As a personal guarantor, how much does my kid’s NYC landlord really need to know about my finances?

… not even going to live in But thats the responsibility of a guarantor someone who covers a tenants rent if they default … rent or enough to cover the entire bill Thats because as a guarantor youre promising to cover all of the rent in the … smart to not get in your own way while trying to secure housing in an inflexible market Franklin said You want to …

By Celia Young |August 13, 2024 - 12:30PM
How much does it cost to move to NYC?

… ongoing housing shortage Prepare for bidding wars even in rentals  Pro Tip Pro Tip Want to stress less about your NYC … your needs and budget Plus they can guide you through the application process sparing you the stress of dealing … on your qualifications you can normally expect to pay an average of 65 percent to 85 percent of one months rent if …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 17, 2023 - 10:00AM
Should I line up a guarantor before I start my search for a NYC rental apartment?

… thats out of your league  Second you will be a stronger rental candidate for landlords who accept guarantors and … lined up and ready with their paperwork to support your application says Jane Katz an agent at Coldwell Banker … and no feewebsites  Insurents fee for instance is an average of 65 to 85 percent of one months rent if you have …

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