How Long is the Typical Lease in NYC? (Video + Blog: Tip #1) Usually, 12 Months (One Year) is the Minimum Length of a Lease Generally speaking, the minimum length of a lease...
Should I Rent in a Condo / Rent in a Coop? (Video + Blog: Tip #4) Should You Rent in a Condo? Should You Rent in a Coop? Or Just Rental Buildings? Should you rent with...
What is the best facing direction for your apartment? (North, South, West, East?) (Video + Blog: Tip #8) What is the Best Facing Direction in NYC? Having worked in NYC real estate for 14 years, people often ask...
Will My Landlord Allow Pets? (Video + Blog: Tip #11) Will NYC Landlords Allow Pets? While it is true that some landlords in NYC will allow pets, unfortunately most do...
What Utilities Are Included in the Rent in NYC? (Video + Blog: Tip #15) What Utilities Are Included in the Rent in NYC? Asking what utilities are included in the rent is a very...
Should I Live Near a Subway Stop in NYC? (Video + Blog: Tip #16) Rent Near a Subway Stop. The Subway is a Way of Life for Most New Yorkers. You should strongly considering...
A Ground Floor Apartment in NYC: Pros and Cons (Video + Blog: Tip #17) There Are Many Pros and Cons To Living in a Ground Floor Apartment in NYC Should you consider renting a...
Should You Live on a Higher Floor or Lower Floor in NYC? (Video + Blog: Tip #18) What are the pros and cons of living on a higher floor versus a lower floor in NYC? Finding an...
Avoid Bait and Switch in the NYC Rental Market (Tip #24) How To Avoid “Bait and Switch” in the NYC Rental Market For NYC renters, nothing is more frustrating than falling...
What Does “Net Effective Rent” in NYC Mean? (Tip #26) What is Net Effective Rent? You’re browsing the Internet for New York City apartments and an ad grabs your attention....
Can I Get Private Outdoor Space in NYC? (Tip #28) Is it possible to get private outdoor space in NYC? Sometimes it seems like a dream: Getting private outdoor space...
What Does a “No Fee” Rental Mean in the NYC Rental Market? (Tip #30) What does a “No Fee” Rental Mean in the NYC Rental Market You will come across “no fee” apartments when...
Open Listing Versus Exclusive Listing: What’s the Difference? (Tip #31) Open Listing Versus Exclusive Listing: What’s the Difference? NYC real estate terminology can be very confusing. Two terms which are...
What is a Junior 4 Apartment Layout in NYC? (Tip #34) What is a Junior 4 Apartment Layout in NYC? A Junior 4 apartment is a one bedroom unit that has...
What is the Best Way to Find Cheap Apartment Rentals in NYC? (Tip #38) What is the Best Way to Find a Cheap Apartment Rental in NYC? Everyone knows that NYC can be quite...
Can I Sign a Two Year Lease in NYC? The Answer May Surprise You (Tip #39) Can I Sign a Two Year Lease in NYC? Signing a two year lease in NYC is not impossible. However,...
Fire Your NYC Rental Agent If They Don’t Do This (Tip #40) Fire Your Rental Agent If They Don’t Do This A good friend recently asked me what the “baseline” is for...