Faye Chou

Apartment Hunting

Renting as an International Student in NYC

December 28, 2022

With dozens of colleges and universities, New York City has one of the largest international student populations in the country. People from all over the world come to study here, and all those students need housing. If you're one...

How to Guides

How to Prevent Package Theft in NYC

December 23, 2022

Those who have ever shopped online have likely had a package stolen. It happens a lot in New York City. It’s estimated that thieves steal 90,000 packages every day. If people have a doorman or a package room, they’re...

Home Living

Things to Know About Your NYC Radiator

December 21, 2022

In some cities, residents mark October 1 by leaves changing or cooler temperatures. In New York City, renters in pre-war buildings can expect to hear the familiar hissing and dull clunking noises. Steam radiators in New York City provide...

Rental Glossary

What is a Constructive Eviction?

December 16, 2022

There are many reasons a tenant may leave an apartment. They could find a new place to live, they could be evicted for neglecting to pay rent, or they could be forced out because the apartment becomes unlivable. This...

Home Living

Best Murphy Beds for NYC Apartments

December 14, 2022

It can be hard to find extra space when living in an NYC apartment. You don’t want to feel like you’re living in a shoe box, but it seems like all your stuff is leaving you very little room...

Decorate and Renovate

Guide to Repair and Deduct in NYC

December 9, 2022

Sometimes a tenant will need to repair their apartment. It’s inevitable. Sometimes the repairs are small, like a broken cabinet, and sometimes large, like a broken toilet or heating system. In either case, your landlord is supposed to be...

Apartment Hunting

Renting in a Condo or Co-op: Pros and Cons

December 7, 2022

Many people think that you can only live in a condo or co-op if you've purchased the unit. Eager renters can lease a condo or co-op unit to access appealing benefits and communal areas without paying a mortgage. There...

Apartment Hunting

NYC Tenant Blacklist Guide

December 2, 2022

Finding a place to rent in New York City is difficult, but some people have had a harder time than others. This can happen for a variety of reasons, but one of the things people most often blame is...

Home Living

NYC Emergency Kit Checklist: What to Prepare and Why

November 30, 2022

The sad fact of life is that disasters can happen at a moment's notice. Some things, like large storms, are easy to predict but their effects can range from minor to large. This is why it’s good to prepare...

Apartment Hunting

Pros and Cons of Living in a Walk-Up

November 25, 2022

New York City is full of buildings, many of which have elevators, but only if they have six or more floors. Buildings that are five stories or less are considered walk-ups and are a big part of many New...

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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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