Faye Chou

New Construction Apartments in New York City

New York City has one of the largest populations in the United States. Although the city has experienced a slight population decline since COVID, around 8.3 million people still reside here and more than two-thirds of this population are...

Best Apartment Buildings in Williamsburg

The neighborhood of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, New York has been growing in popularity over the past decade with renters and for good reason. This hip neighborhood has some of the best waterfronts with the perfect NYC skyline view. It...

How to Improve Your Credit Score

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...

Pros and Cons of Paying Rent With A Credit Card

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...

Best Senior Living Communities and Residences in NYC

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...

Qualifying for rental apartments when you’ve retired in NYC

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...

Ventless vs Vented Dryers: Which Is Right For You? 

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...

What is an Estoppel Certificate? 

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...

Types of Mold Guide

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...

What is Corporate Housing

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...

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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Short term lease apartments near me

Finding an apartment to rent in New York City can be a tiring and involved process. The process can...