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 … renters Your best bet in a hot rental market is to know how to avoid a bad situation Thats because high demand low …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 24, 2026 - 9:30AM
How much does it cost to move to NYC?

… wars even in rentals  Pro Tip Pro Tip Want to stress less about your NYC living situation Staying in a Blueground … thats just the beginning We carefully curate each of our moveinready homes to make sure that our guests have … … Will you need a guarantor … Most NYC landlords require a tenants annual salary to be 4045 times the monthly rent If …

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

… to have US credit or a steady paycheck two musthaves for renters  To qualify for a rental here landlords want proof … is expected to ease as summer turns to fall Editors Note Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our …

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

… answer isyou bet There are so many variables at play when renting an apartment in New York City that generally … do to strengthen your position is worthwhile  If you need a guarantor its a good idea to line one up before you start your search especially if youre looking …

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