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What’s the difference between a lease break and sublet?

You’ve signed a New York City lease with your landlord but prior to the end of the lease, you need to move. What do you do!? This is when the important topic of a lease break and sublet come...

Is the high rent in a trendy NYC neighborhood worth it?

New York City is somewhere that millions of people dream about moving to. Whether you are a fan of sports, culture, music, entertainment, food, or anything else under the sun, New York City has something for you. While the city...

What can $2,000 in East Village get you right now?

Finding an apartment is tough. Finding an apartment you can actually afford is even harder. That is why we, here at RentHop wants to give a little insight on what’s on the market right now, in different price ranges. East...

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...