New York has never been the cheapest city to live in, however, now that the pandemic is over and everyone is moving back to the Big Apple (especially Manhattan), rent prices have gone sky-high, reaching almost a %13 increase compared to 2022 according to Investopedia. This situation has turned apartment […]
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How to keep my NYC apartment cool during the summer. 9 tips to keep the heat away
Now that winter is long gone, it’s time to start preparing for those hot, New York days that we all know come before the actual summer arrives. Since a lot of the city’s apartments are quite old, keeping them cool is no easy task, but don’t worry, we’ve got your […]
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Can I get evicted because of my roommate?
Having a roommate can be fun as long as you both are respectful of the space you’re living in, however, this is not always the case and things can get pretty ugly quite quickly. Anyone can have a bad roommate they don’t get along with, but the problem starts when […]
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Can I Rent an Apartment with an Eviction on My Record?
Everyone can face tough times in their lives, but sometimes these hardships can get out of control, resulting in severe consequences such as getting evicted from your apartment. Being kicked out of your rental not only has immediate repercussions, but it can also follow you for years. However, this doesn’t […]
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Is New York City a good place to raise a family?
No matter how old you are, or how many kids you have, you can’t stop dreaming. Although, sometimes, our goals get harder to achieve when having little ones on charge. If you’re thinking about living in the Big Apple but don’t know if it’s the right move for your family, […]
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Can I lose my deposit for installing shelves?
Making a place feel like a home in a rental is definitely a difficult task, especially when you’re not allowed to do certain changes to the unit. While jumping into renovations can make you feel better about the place you’re living in, it can also cost you the entirety of […]
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How to find a roommate in NYC as a woman
Finding a roommate in NYC is already hard but doing so as a woman doubles down the trouble. There are a lot of things to pay extra attention to, especially if your roommates are not women as well. However, in all of the craziness provided by the city, it is […]
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Can I paint my kitchen cabinets in a rental?
Sometimes you might feel like your rental kitchen looks outdated and just not pretty anymore. We all want to make our apartments feel like us, like home, but leases and landlords often get in the way. What does your lease state? Making changes in your rental unit without re-reading your […]
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Can my landlord do a surprise inspection?
Having an annoying landlord who wants to inspect the apartment more often than needed can happen to anyone, I’ve been there. However, there’s a line between being annoying and violating your privacy. You’d be surprised to hear how many tenants get surprise visitations from the proprietor but it doesn’t have […]
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What if I don’t make 40 times the rent? Rent rule explained.
If you’re looking for an apartment in a big city, especially New York, it is most likely that you’ve heard about the “40 times the rent” rule landlords use in order to find a tenant. This rule implies your annual income should be 40 times the monthly rent to be […]