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

… agent at Corcoran   Besides being armed with the requisite docs she said Your agent needs to understand the full … you will have a foot of space at the ceiling and limited privacy  Also be aware that the total number of roommates … their quality of life over time she said Losing all that privacy tends to cause strife … 9 Getting tripped up by …

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

… rent you will usually need to show a combination of good credit and an annual salary of 40 to 45 times the monthly … and guarantors  are generally required to have a credit score of at least 700 and an annual income of at least 80 … or reach out to them for personalized assistance today What to do when you dont have a cosigner Hire a thirdparty …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 17, 2025 - 10:30AM
I have $100,000 in the bank but no income. Can I still rent an apartment in NYC?

… Many New Yorkers would envy this situation when it comes to rental conundrums Having six figures in your bank account … of a paycheck  Editors note Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our experts Drop us an email An earlier version of this …

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?

… responsibility of a guarantor someone who covers a tenants rent if they default on their monthly payments Brokers and … you share with a NYC broker or landlord  Editors note Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our …

By Celia Young |August 13, 2024 - 12:30PM
Are you an international student in NYC? Here's how to rent an apartment

… thing you need to know is that finding an apartment in New York City as an international student is complicated especially …

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

… are so many variables at play when renting an apartment in New York City that generally speaking anything you can do to …

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