Faye Chou

Midtown & Upper Manhattan Deals Under $2,300

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...

Affordable Apartments in Queens under $2,800 this July

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...

Brooklyn’s Best Rental Deals under $2,900 this July

Indeed, New York City can be a pricey place to live. Brooklyn, however, might be a more affordable alternative. Countless restaurants and gorgeous parks (McCarren Park and Prospect Park to name a few) certainly bolster this borough's appeal. So...

Amazing Manhattan Rental Deals under $3,000: July 2021

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...

Rental Site Phishing Scam

It has recently come to our attention that there is a new real estate phishing scam. Scammers are setting up rental sites with similar-sounding domain names and misusing logos in an attempt to build their own brand legitimacy so...

New Broker Fee Laws in NYC – 2020

UPDATE August 10, 2020 - In light of the legal battle currently being fought over the legality of the new broker fee rules, a NY State Court has temporarily barred the new broker fee laws from going into effect. ...

Renting in Brooklyn: What does the borough have to offer?

Brooklyn, Brooklyn, Brooklyn. A borough of many personalities. Most people might be dead set on living in Manhattan if they are to move to New York City so they can be close to all the action. However, Brooklyn has...

Renting in Manhattan: Things to Think of Before Signing the Lease

Living in New York City, specifically Manhattan, is a dream for most people. However, the dream can quickly become a nightmare between the apartment search, the application and approval process, and the physical move. To aid in part of...

Midtown Manhattan Apartments For $4,000 or Under Right Now

Midtown Manhattan is the neighborhood where everything happens. There are tons of shopping opportunities, restaurants, and bars, and public transportation is incredibly convenient from this area. Then again, with a popular neighborhood like this, the neighborhood will also be...

5 Tips to Make Your Rental Application Stand Out

It's peak season for apartment hunting, and you've got your eye on a two-bedroom that overlooks the park, but... so do hundreds of others. Your best bet is to stand out from the crowd! In areas like New York...

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...