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Studio vs 1-Bedroom: Which Should You Rent in NYC?

The studio vs. 1-bedroom question really comes down to two things: your budget and how much space you actually need day-to-day. Want to save money and live comfortably in one open room? A studio does the job well. Need a real door between...

NYC Apartment Fees Explained: Broker, App & More

NYC apartment fees are basically the upfront costs standing between you and the keys to your new place, usually the broker's commission, an application fee, and various move-in expenses. Get familiar with these now, and your move stays...

Renters Insurance in NYC: Cost, Coverage & Do You Need It?

Short answer first: yes, you need a policy, and it'll typically run you somewhere between $15 and $30 a month to cover your belongings, your liability, and even a hotel stay if something goes wrong. That's the quick version of everything...

Broker Fee in NYC: Who Pays Under the FARE Act (2026)?

So who actually pays the broker fee NYC apartments are so famous for these days? Under the new FARE Act rules, it's simple: whoever hires the broker pays them. For most renters, that means the landlord covers their own agent's commission,...

New Year, New Home!

7 COMMANDMENTS OF MOVING IN FOR THE FIRST TIME

The Ultimate Guide to Halloween this October!

CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN LOCALLY THIS YEAR NYC INTENDS ON KEEPING YOU BUSY ALL MONTH LONG!

#UNCOVERLES

Where: Tenenment Museum When: Saturday 19, 2015 from 1:30-6:30PM (Check in must be made by 1:40PM) Fee: $25, which will be donated to local charities within the LES Community. #UNCOVERLES a popular hashtag spreading through the Lower East...

Need More Space? How About a 3-Bedroom Loft With 22-Foot Ceilings !

Sneak Peak of "The Beckenstein" - One of the very few elevator buildings in the neighborhood! The Beckenstein built in 1920 as a Fabric Store, was turned into a loft house in 2000 by Melong Management, a New York development company. - THE...

Last Chance at Summer: Do It Right With a Festival !

Come celebrate the multicultural arts this weekend, with a variety of well-known artists, food trucks, and live art works!Friday, August 21, 2015 to Sunday, August 23, 2015Commodore Barry Park (City Park), BrooklynPrices are $45 for...

Open Houses this Weekend: 5/9 and 5/10

Check out our open houses this Saturday 5/9 and Sunday 5/10

Monday: What's Going On This Week?

Mondays aren't so bad with a high of 81 degrees. Here are some awesome events happening around the neighborhood.1. Youtube sensations Dude Perfect are coming to Tompkins Square Park this Monday to kick off the reconsutrction of Tompkins...