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Getting a new lease during the summer – Tips and pointers!

Finding a new apartment to rent in New York City can be daunting, especially during the summer. We recently uncovered that the summer and early fall are the most expensive time to rent. If you have just recently landed...

Things to Look (and Look Out) for When Renting in the Winter

We are currently living through the dead of winter, and much of the country is struggling to stay warm and cozy inside. However, staying cozy inside is a little hard if you are looking for a new apartment. While...

What is Section 8?

Section 8 is a term most of us have heard being thrown around in conversation or mentioned on the news. The Section 8 program, also known as Housing Choice Voucher program, is a national rental housing assistance program in...

Can I rent an apartment with a bad credit score?

Do you have a credit score lower than 650? Have you ever gotten denied for rental applications? Renting can be incredibly challenging when you have a bad credit score. From a landlord’s perspective, a bad credit score usually means...

Should I Get Renters Insurance?

Renters insurance is a self-explanatory concept, but is several confusing specifics. Some renters may wonder if they need a policy when renting an apartment, especially in an unpredictable area like New York City. Renters insurance is not always mandatory,...

10 Things You Have to Do When You Move Into a New Place

Moving to a new apartment is a stressful process. Even after you move into the new apartment, there are still more things to do. While the actual move-in is the most stressful part, there are ten things to do...