Lee Lin

Strictly Enforcing Flex Bedroom Advertising

The flex bedroom concept has been around forever: converting an extra alcove or living room into an extra bedroom using temporary walls or dividers. Maybe thousands of years ago, cavemen would roll large home large boulders, turning the studio...

How Brokers Deliver Things People Want (Part 1)

As a follow up to yesterday's classic Y Combinator advice on how not to die, today we discuss the primary mantra from Paul Graham and the other YC partners: Make Something People Want. How do we still make things...

How Not to Die – Agents and Brokers Edition

The top voted article on Hacker News caught my attention today. It's actually an old Paul Graham essay from well over 10 years ago, but one that I used to read every few months during the early days of...

Blizzard-Proof Apartments – Chicago Edition

3 BR - Maple Avenue, EvanstonCheck out this three bedroom apartment in Evanston, Chicago for a new family home or perfect apartment to share with roommates. The apartment features a full kitchen, laundry in unit, parking space and best...

Blizzard-Proof Apartments – Boston Edition

2 BR - Washington Street, Chinatown - Leather DistrictThis is a two bedroom apartment that you have to see! The apartment comes with a staircase, a full stainless steel kitchen, is no fee and pet friendly! 6 BR - Long...

Blizzard-Proof Apartments – New York Edition

Studio - Crescent Street, Long Island CityFirst things first, check out this wonderful studio apartment located in Long Island City. The apartment features hardwood flooring, dishwasher, and best of all, it's no fee! Check it out today! 1 BR -...

Brrr… These Apartments Will Keep You Warm – Chicago Edition

1 BR - West Fullerton Parkway, North SideFirst things first, you'll have to check out this one bedroom apartment in North Side, Chicago. The unit has a full updated kitchen, granite breakfast bar, a granite & marble bathroom and...

Brrr… These Apartments Will Keep You Warm – Boston Edition

4 BR - Parker Hill Terrace, Mission HillFirst runner up, a four bedroom Mission Hill apartment perfect for the family to share. The unit features a granite eat-in kitchen, tiled kitchen flooring, a full kitchen, ceiling fans and bay...

Brrr… These Apartments Will Keep You Warm – New York Edition

2 BR - East 57th Street, Midtown EastCheck out this two bedroom, no pet apartment unit in Midtown East. Available both furnished or unfurnished, this unit has the amenities you dream of! Features include: a dishwasher and a refreshed...

How to Save Money on Moving

One thing that is extremely stressful for most people is moving to a new home. Part of this stress usually comes from the financial burden. Moving can be very expensive. However, there are ways to save. Below are some...

About Me

Lee is a data geek from MIT who spent years at quantitative hedge funds cranking out models to explain and predict financial markets. Real estate has always been a big part of Lee's life. He grew up helping out at his parents' Jersey Shore motels, became a landlord his first year out of college, analyzed mortgages on a fixed-income trading desk, and acquired a New York real estate license. At RentHop, he combines his nerd talents and real estate knowledge to constantly tweak the secret HopScore. He currently lives near Bryant Park and his favorite restaurant was Cafe Zaiya (now known as Tomiz).

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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...