Faye Chou

How to Split Furniture Costs with Your Roommate

After months of searching for the perfect space, perfect roommate, and settling all lease papers… You are finally ready to move into your new apartment! How exciting, right? It feels like you have had to fight the hardest of...

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

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,...

Don’t Miss Out on These Manhattan Gems This November

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...

Five Queens Apartments Under $2,300 This November

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...

November Deals: Affordable Brooklyn Units Under $3,200

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...

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...

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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How to Find Dog-Friendly Apartments Near Me

Many renters adopt pets while living in their apartments. In areas like New York City, it’s incredibly common to...