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

… scams involving fake listings con artists who impersonate agents online and landlords that ignore or dont know the … apply across the board Joe TartagliaMalter an agent at Real NY Properties emails each new client the following list … into the capable hands of  The Agency a techsavvy real estate brokerage founded by a pair of Yale grads in response …

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

… Of course its not just recent graduates who are combing listings for a place to live in NYCyou are also competing with other newcomers who may be more established in their jobs And … before you hit the pavement Heres how to do all of that … What it takes to qualify for a rental … Lets get this one …

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?

… puts you in a pretty solid position That said most landlords want to see that you earn an annual salary of 40 … of this post was published in April 2024 and has been updated with new information for April 2025 … How does a … or have cash assets or marketable securities that are 45 to 50 times the monthly rent  If you still cant pass either of …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 7, 2025 - 10:00AM
Are you an international student in NYC? Here's how to rent an apartment

… you need to know is that finding an apartment in New York City as an international student is complicated especially … in NYC Rents are still near alltime highs and available apartments are more scarce But that crunch is expected to … headache dont forget that almost every NYC college or university has resources to help students find housing and …

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