Faye Chou

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: Seven Blue Pieces

We're helping you decorate your apartment color by color. This week, we're looking at seven blue pieces of decor that you can use to spruce up your space. These pieces range in price, size, and function, giving you plenty...

Rent-Stabilized Apartments in NYC: Real or Myth?

If you live in New York City. or any other big city, and you're a renter, getting a rent-stabilized apartment is like winning the lottery. Why? Because rent-stabilized apartments have perks for tenants that include a guaranteed chance to...

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: Red Decor for the Apartment

Every week there are certain things we would love to have in our New York City apartments. Something might be way out of our price range, but one can dream, right? If we can’t purchase it, we can still...

Broker Fee – An Investment or Just Another Expense?

When it comes to seeking out your next New York City apartment, the search can often be incredibly overwhelming. There are a ton of considerations to make and a ton of properties you could potentially look at. Every property...

A Guide to Renter’s Rights

If you are a tenant renting an apartment or a room in a home, you have many different rights. These can apply to your relationship with your landlord and even your roommates or neighbors in some cases. In New...

Should You Buy or Should You Rent?

Many Americans dream of homeownership, whether it's in the near future or further down the horizon. Homeownership is a significant stepping stone that provides stability and, for many, a sense of fulfillment. However, this is an expensive transition, and...

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: 7 Perfect Yellow Additions

For those who want to spruce up their New York City and Chicago apartments with just a hint of color, but you’re not sure which color to choose from, we suggest picking yellow. Yes, it’s a bit out there...

5 Things to Keep in Mind When Renting Out Your Apartment

While vacation rental is the latest fab, a lot of landlords still prefer long-term rentals. They provide consistent cash flow, and landlords do not have to worry about constant turnover. However, it does not mean that being a landlord...

8 Coffee Shops in Chicago

In addition to being a place to get your caffeine fix, coffee shops have become popular places to hang out and get some work done. Especially with the weather getting nicer, coffee shops are about to become even more...

Indoor Gardening Tips For Those Who Do Not Have A Backyard

Many people enjoy gardening, whether they plant herbs, vegetables, or fruits. It can be a great way to get cheap herbs and veggies, while also allowing you to feel satisfied after growing and caring for something. However, those without...

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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Guide to Ridgewood Apartments

While New York City’s busy rental season is still months away, there are numerous renters looking for apartments at...