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How to Negotiate Rent & Concessions

Rental prices for New York City apartments are notoriously high and have only increased in recent years. This year, the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment hit $4,200, forcing renters to spend more of their income on housing. With...

“Pet Friendly” vs “Pets Allowed” Apartments Plus How to Get Your Security Deposit Back

Looking for an apartment in today’s unpredictable market is a monumental undertaking. Even more so when an animal companion is along for the ride. When looking for apartments that accommodate pets, the terms “Pets Allowed” and “Pet Friendly” often...

Renting With Bad Credit in NYC

Credit scores are annoyingly complex numbers that govern a lot of what you can and can’t do in this country. The credit score ranges from zero to 900, with most people falling somewhere in the range of 300 to...

What Is a Garden Apartment?

If you have ever been apartment hunting, you’ve probably heard the term “garden apartment” before. However, depending on where you are and who you’re talking to, “garden apartment” can mean different things to different people. However, no matter what...

Should You Work With a Real Estate Agent

Finding a home in NYC is tough at the best of times, but right now, it can almost seem impossible. Rents are at a record high, and the housing market is tough right now. While there are resources out...

Moving Soon? You Need to Know About Certificates of Insurance

If you’re planning to hire movers to help ease the transition into a new apartment this summer, you can safely expect that your building manager may request that you get a COI or a Certificate of Insurance. Thankfully, the...