Faye Chou

Should You Work With a Real Estate Agent

Finding a home in NYC is tough at the best of times, but right now, it can almost seem impossible. Rents are at a record high, and the housing market is tough right now. While there are resources out...

My Key Fob Isn’t Working: What To Do When Locked Out Of Your Apartment

My Key Fob Isn’t Working: What To Do When Locked Out Of Your Apartment There are few situations more stressful than not being able to get into your apartment or home. No matter how cautious or responsible you are, keys...

Moving Soon? You Need to Know About Certificates of Insurance

If you’re planning to hire movers to help ease the transition into a new apartment this summer, you can safely expect that your building manager may request that you get a COI or a Certificate of Insurance. Thankfully, the...

How to View An Apartment When You Don’t Live in NYC

Moving to the big city can be quite the task. Many people dream of living in NYC to become an artist, a day trader, or take advantage of a number of opportunities the city gives to people. But finding...

A Guide to NYC Movers: Pros, Cons, and Who to Hire

Move-in and move-out days are two of the most dreaded days in property history. Even if by the time move-out day comes along and you absolutely cannot wait to get out of there, the exercise itself will still be...

Queens Listings Under $2,500 in August

For the uninitiated, Queens is an amazing borough with lots of great restaurants, parks, and people. Its location makes it an ideal place for those looking to save time on commuting while also offering a more tranquil version of...

Affordable Brooklyn Units in August under $3,000

New York City can certainly be a pricey place to live. Many of the lucrative rental concessions that were given to renters in the previous year due to COVID-19 have expired and we're seeing an increase in demand from...

Manhattan Units Under $3,000 in August 2022

For many of us, it's hard to pass up an opportunity to live in Manhattan especially when you find an amazing deal. These are what we at RentHop like to refer to internally as gems. Thanks to years of...

7 Things You Didn’t Know about Greenwood Cemetery

Located right between Brooklyn’s Sunset Park and Park Slope lies the infamous Greenwood Cemetery. Founded in 1838, Greenwood was one of the first rural cemeteries in the U.S. By the 1860s, Greenwood had become known for its magnificent and...

The 10 Most Filmed Streets in NYC

Ever been walking down the streets of NYC and come across a movie or show being filmed? If not recognizable by the many cameras, staged performances, set trailers, or a glimpse of a famous actor, there is no doubt...

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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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...