9 things that are required for a New York City apartment
Knowing your rights as a tenant in New York City will save you from unrealistic expectations and headaches when looking for an apartment in the big city. We outlined 9 things that are allowed and not allowed in a Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens resident apartment. Title 27 outlines the legal requirements for construction and […]
Climate Controlled Storage
Climate controlled storage keeps a unit at a steady temperature (usually 55-85°F) and moderate humidity (around 45-55%) year-round, instead of letting it swing with the weather outside. In New York, that’s the difference between a unit that protects what’s inside it and one that just locks the door. Here’s what climate control actually does, how […]
A Renter’s Guide to Brooklyn Neighborhoods Near Transit
In Brooklyn, the difference between a 15-minute commute and a 50-minute one often comes down to which block you sign a lease on. The borough has more than 30 distinct neighborhoods, a dozen subway lines, and a rent range that runs from about $2,000 to over $5,000 for a one-bedroom. This guide ranks Brooklyn neighborhoods […]
Living in Long Island City: A Renter’s Guide
Long Island City has gone from an industrial afterthought to the fastest-growing, most transit-connected neighborhood in Queens, and rents have followed. Living in Long Island City means a ten-minute ride to Grand Central, waterfront parks with the best skyline views in the city, and some of the smallest apartments your money can buy. This renter’s […]
Which NYC borough & neighborhood to live in – with a quiz!
Choosing which NYC borough to live in is one of the most important — and most personal — decisions you’ll make when moving to New York City. The five boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island — each offer a radically different lifestyle, price point, and pace of life. The right choice […]
Things You Should Know Before Moving to NYC
Moving to New York City is one of the biggest decisions a person can make — and most people underestimate just how different it is from anywhere else they’ve lived. Before you sign a lease or book a moving truck, there are things you should know about NYC that guidebooks gloss over and newcomers learn […]
11 common mistakes tourists make when visiting NYC for the first time
1. Not wearing comfortable shoes You will walk in New York City…a lot. Residents of the city walk an average of six to ten miles a day. You, as a tourist may walk more than that depending on how much you want to see in a day. Your shoes should be comfortable, sturdy, and ready […]
What to do if you’re a college student without a lease between semesters
So the semester ended and it’s either winter break or you’re out for summer and your lease just ended. What do you do with your stuff? Whether you’re in a single-bedroom or have a few rooms worth of things, it can be hard to know what to do with your stuff between breaks when your […]
5 productive ways to save space in a small apartment
It’s no secret that apartments in New York City are small — sometimes very small. There are some important rules apartments have to follow according to New York City’s building code: a minimum of 80 square feet a minimum width of 8 feet in any dimension a minimum ceiling height of 8 feet at least […]
The details you need to know about Central Park
Square in the middle of New York City is Central Park — the fifth largest park in the New York City area. It covers 843 acres and has an estimated 38 million visitors annually. Here are a few other things to know about the park: Where to find Central Park It’s hard to miss because […]