Faye Chou

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 Renters 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. Various laws...

Should You Buy or Should You Rent?

Owning one's home has always been viewed as a significant part of the American dream – it means pride and stability, and provides a sense of fulfillment. Renting, however, has become the mainstream in the U.S., especially among the...

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: 7 Perfect Yellow Additions

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

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, as they provide consistent cash flow, and most of the time you wouldn’t have to worry about furnishing. However, it does not mean that...

8 Coffee Shops in Chicago That Give Starbucks a Run For its Money

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

Gardening is a pastime and hobby enjoyed by millions of people. It can be a great way to get cheap herbs and veggies, while also allowing you to have the feeling of satisfaction after growing and caring for something....

RentHop’s Apartment Wishlist: 6 Desired Additions

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

Storage Tricks Throughout the Apartment

No matter where you live or what you pay in rent, there is a good chance you could do with some more space and storage in your apartment. With extra space and square footage coming at a premium these...

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.

Latest News

Manhattan Listings Under $2,600 in November 2024

Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough decreased to $4,500 this...