Faye Chou

Apartment Hunting

How to Improve Your Credit Score

July 3, 2024

If you are looking to apply for an apartment, you may need to check your credit score. Landlords in New York City and most places nationwide consider credit scores during the application process. Credit scores are created through credit...

How to Guides

Pros and Cons of Paying Rent With A Credit Card

August 25, 2023

The first day of the month sticks out for many tenants as time to pay rent. This monthly expense is one of the largest costs for renters and can place a great financial burden on tenants. If you're looking...

Apartment Hunting

Best Senior Living Communities and Residences in NYC

August 11, 2023

New York City’s reputation as the “city that never sleeps” may make it seem like a city for young people, but the senior population of New York City has been steadily growing over the past decade. Seniors now make...

Moving

Qualifying for rental apartments when you’ve retired in NYC

June 30, 2023

Most landlords in NYC require tenants to make 40 times the annual rent of the apartment. This can be difficult for individuals who don’t have consistent income, much less for those who are retired. Yet qualifying for an apartment...

Home Optimization

Ventless vs Vented Dryers: Which Is Right For You?

June 23, 2023

If you’re tired of laundromats, you may want to find an apartment already with laundry in unit or purchase a laundry machine to hook up to the home's plumbing system (with your landlord's permission, of course). This is a...

Rental Glossary

What is an Estoppel Certificate?

June 9, 2023

If you’ve just checked your mail and received an estoppel certificate, it may seem convoluted and confusing. It can be tempting to recycle the certificate or simply sign it without knowing the full conditions of the agreement. Yet estoppel...

Home Living

Types of Mold Guide

June 2, 2023

There are more than 10,000 types of mold that grow indoors and outdoors, but indoor mold in your apartment or home could be a risk to your health. Though mold can sometimes be smelt or seen, it is not...

Rental Glossary

What is Corporate Housing

May 26, 2023

When traveling many people look for a “home away from home.” A hotel may be perfect for a short trip, but lacking when it comes to long-term stays. Corporate housing offers long-term travelers the ability to stay in a...

Apartment Hunting

Income-Restricted Apartments

May 19, 2023

It’s no secret that New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world. The average rent for a studio apartment is over $3,000 per month. The minimum wage is $15 an hour in New York....

Rental Glossary

What is a Townhouse? Things to Know

May 12, 2023

When choosing a home, it can be easy to get lost in real estate jargon. Townhouses, single-family homes, condominiums, and co-ops can all seem similar but have key differences. Townhouses combine the best features of condos and single-family homes,...

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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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