Faye Chou

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: Seven Gray Upgrades

Welcome, October! We’re always sad to see Summer go, but we love welcoming Fall! As Fall is just around the corner (technically the first day of Fall was September 22), we want to celebrate the new season with a...

Advice for Your Future Kids When it Comes to Their First Apartment

Moving out on your own for the first time is a pretty big step. There are so many things to do and plan, and as a result, the process can be very overwhelming. Having moved out ourselves at one point...

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: 7 Orange Statement Pieces

Here is another color for some apartment decor inspiration! The bold, the daring, orange! The color orange is definitely a bold choice for an apartment, but if you have an apartment with rather calm and neutral colors from before,...

10 Outdoor Fall Activities in NYC

In a city like New York, there are always things to do and see. For the last few months it was the sun, water, and beaches, but now things are changing as the weather is cooling down somewhat. While...

10 Outdoor Fall Activities in Chicago

While the summertime in Chicago is a great time to check out a Cubs game or Millennium Park, summer is sadly nearing its close. However just because fall is looming (it officially begins on September 22nd), doesn’t mean you...

10 Outdoor Fall Activities in Boston

Summers in Boston are fantastic, but there is no doubt that tons of people are excited for the fall, which officially starts September 22nd. While the weather cools off, the number of fun outdoor options heats up. The blistering...

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: Something Green

So far, we’ve covered a lot of different colors that can help you spice up your apartment. We’ve done red, yellow, blue, and gray. So we thought it would make sense that we'll now focus on something green! Check...

Things you need to think about before renting an apartment: Part 2

There are many things that renters must think about before renting an apartment. These items include how much rent they can afford, where they want to live, and what type of apartment they can qualify for. Once they've gathered...

Things you need to think about before renting an apartment: Part 1

When compared to buying property, renting an apartment is easy. Or is it? Renting an apartment is more than just signing some papers and then getting handed the keys. There are application steps, a competitive marketplace, and fees to...

How to Save Money on Moving

Any way you slice it, moving to a New York City apartment is a huge ordeal. Not only can it interrupt your life and consume your thoughts, but it can also cost you an arm and a leg. There...

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...