Faye Chou

How to Save for Your First Investment Property as a Renter

Are you wondering how you can get started in real estate? If you’ve never owned a home before, investing in property can seem like a daunting task. But, by breaking up the process into actionable steps, you’ll be on...

Why Mixed Generation Housing in NYC is Great for Everyone

Grandma and Grandpa don’t want to live on the other side of the city from their grandkids anymore. And why should they? Intergenerational housing in New York City is not a new thing, but it is increasingly popular, especially...

5 Must-See Parks in Queens, NY

There’s nothing like living in New York City, but it gets so exhausting sometimes.  The complex network of streets teeming with interesting things, constant contact with people, wailing sirens at all hours of the day (and night), and the visceral,...

6 Red Flags You’ll Find in Landlords

You’ve finally found the apartment of your dreams. It’s in your favorite neighborhood, all of the photos of it online look great, and, best of all, this one is actually in your budget. However, though you are probably very...

Affordable Apartments in Brooklyn This Upcoming October

Indeed, New York City can be a pricey place to live. There's a surge of demand from incoming renters, but a lack of supply. We're seeing less concessions from landlords and prices are going up across the different boroughs...

October Deals in Queens that You Won’t Want to Miss Out On

For the uninitiated, Queens is an amazing borough with lots of great restaurants, parks, and people. Its location makes it an ideal place for those looking to save time on commuting while also offering a more tranquil version of...

Affordable Manhattan Listings in the Month of October

For many of us, it's hard to pass up an opportunity to live in Manhattan especially when you find an amazing deal. These are what we at RentHop like to refer to internally as gems. Thanks to years of...

5 Best NYC Coffee Shops to Spend a Day Writing

Despite being one of the creative capitals of the world, New Yorkers are no stranger to running out of ideas from time to time. Whether you’re working on a book, script, or your up-and-coming blog, it’s inevitable that you...

6 Quick Tips To Find Your First Apartment After College

After several years of college dorms with oddly shaped beds, it’s time to move into an apartment you can call your own! While student housing may have been a pretty straightforward experience, there are a lot of nuances on...

5 Amazing Brooklyn Apartments To Check Out This September

Indeed, New York City can be a pricey place to live. There's a surge of demand from incoming renters, but a lack of supply. We're seeing less concessions from landlords and prices are going up across the different boroughs...

About Me

Faye is the Managing Director of the RentHop Operations team. In her 10 years at RentHop, Faye has written numerous articles on a variety of real estate topics. If you're interested in learning more about the current state of the rental housing market or want Faye's best tips for your apartment search then check out more of her articles.

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Manhattan Listings Under $2,600 in November 2024

Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough decreased to $4,500 this...