Faye Chou

Apartment Hunting

Things to Look (and Look Out) for When Renting in the Winter

February 7, 2018

We are currently living through the dead of winter, and much of the country is struggling to stay warm and cozy inside. However, staying cozy inside is a little hard if you are looking for a new apartment. While...

FAQ

What is Section 8?

February 1, 2018

Section 8 is a term most of us have heard being thrown around in conversation or mentioned on the news. The Section 8 program, also known as Housing Choice Voucher program, is a national rental housing assistance program in...

FAQ

Can I rent an apartment with a bad credit score?

January 17, 2018

Do you have a credit score lower than 650? Have you ever gotten denied for rental applications? Renting can be incredibly challenging when you have a bad credit score. From a landlord’s perspective, a bad credit score usually means...

FAQ

Should I Get Renters Insurance?

January 16, 2018

Renters insurance is a self-explanatory concept, but is several confusing specifics. Some renters may wonder if they need a policy when renting an apartment, especially in an unpredictable area like New York City. Renters insurance is not always mandatory,...

Home Living

Sharing an Apartment with a Roommate is a Major Stepping Stone

January 2, 2018

Everyone’s roommate experiences will differ. Some people have roommates that they build lifelong bonds with, while others have hated their roommates. If you're living in a place like New York City in your 20s, you will likely live with...

How to Guides

Prepping Your Apartment for the Winter

December 4, 2017

With November about halfway finished and the official start of winter only about a month away, it is time to start preparing for the cold! Cold weather can sneak up on us any day now; we're already feeling it...

Home Living

Cyber Monday Apartment Wishlist for 2017

November 20, 2017

Whether you have just newly moved into your own place or if you have lived alone for a while, there are always new things to purchase. Shopping lists are seemingly never-ending and there are always areas in your apartment...

Home Optimization

How to upgrade your bedroom on a $200 budget

November 9, 2017

Are you getting tired of your apartment and its look? Happens to us all. While we’ve worked hard to make our apartments our homes, sometimes its design and interior can become rather boring and old. Therefore, from time to...

Moving

10 Things You Have to Do When You Move Into a New Place

November 7, 2017

Moving to a new apartment is a stressful process. Even after you move into the new apartment, there are still more things to do. While the actual move-in is the most stressful part, there are ten things to do...

Apartment Hunting

Can You Share a Studio Apartment?

October 30, 2017

When it comes to living in a New York City apartment, every person has different preferences for what type of apartment or building they prefer. Some may choose to live in bigger apartments, while some might choose to live...

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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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