Rental Glossary Archives

Doorman Vs. Live-In Super

Rental Glossary May 11, 2022

Whether you have a doorman or a live-in supper, consider yourself lucky. Even though it is more common than not to have one or the other, a lot of New York City apartments do not have either. But, the...

Pullman Kitchen vs Galley Kitchen

Rental Glossary April 27, 2022

The kitchen can easily be considered the backbone of a home. It is a sacred space in which one could explore the possibilities of a lifetime, sharing their findings with any and all loved ones that enter their dwelling....

The Definition and Legality of Key Money

Rental Glossary April 22, 2022

Trying to rent a home in New York City can be a hassle. You’ll need to find a borough to live in, browse through the spaces available, make sure what you’re signing is not a scam, and dread the...

Guarantor Vs. Cosigner: What You Need To Know

Rental Glossary February 11, 2022

When you move into an apartment, you must pass certain financial requirements to show the property owner that you’ll pay your rent on time. In New York City, renters must have a yearly income of 40x their rent and...

My Latest Favorite Google Search: What is Renter’s Insurance and Why Do I Need It?

Rental Glossary November 10, 2021

Like you and many others that will be reading this article, I am currently looking for a place to live in NYC. This is a completely different playing field than what I was used to in college. Back then,...

What Are Two-Up Two-Down Apartments?

Rental Glossary January 14, 2020

Like the Manhattan Classic Six, there is a particular floorplan jargon that is extremely common in prewar London. It's called the Two-Up, Two-Down row house. It refers to having no neighbors above and below you, but almost...