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 … there may be other equally qualified folks looking at the same apartment as you Getting your paperwork prepared and … a $3000 per month apartment  In the past landlords often asked renters to pay the last months rent in addition to the …

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

To demonstrate that you can reliably pay your rent you will usually need to show a … rent and a security deposit greater than one months rent Dont despair Here are six options to explore if you cant …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 17, 2025 - 10:30AM
Moving to NYC after college? Here's how to find a rental apartment

… 2025 Regardless of the type of rental you want you can improve your chances of scoring an apartment by getting your … discuss the budget along with things like cleaning tasks as well as smoking and socializing at home … For other … application fees are also capped at $20 though coops and condos can charge more … Calculating how much youll pay … …

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?

… Many New Yorkers would envy this situation when it comes to rental conundrums Having six figures in your bank account … be a common workaround instead of a paycheck  Editors note Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our …

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
How much does it cost to move to NYC?

… Staying in a Blueground apartment means no worrying about buying appliances furniture or linens but thats just the … with new information for October 2023 Read on to find out what you need to know about the cost of moving to NYC  … The … subletting in a coop or condo in which case they can charge whatever they want  … Hiring movers … Moving is stressful …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 17, 2023 - 10:00AM
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