There’s a lot of things to keep in mind as you’re looking for, finding, renting and living in an apartment. We thought we’d go back through our old blog posts and pull out some especially helpful ones for your reading pleasure. Let us know if there’s anything we missed!
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We discussed nine tips to keep in mind when viewing an apartment, six tips on subletting your place, five ways to avoid losing your security deposit, four tips for getting the most out of your renter’s insurance and four questions to ask when looking for a new neighborhood. We left out the partridge in the pear tree, but we did include our top six things to know before meeting a broker. For good measure we noted how to pick a great apartment for your dog.
We also described how the HopScore makes sure that you don’t see “ghost listings” here on RentHop. We even appeared in VentureBeat, started taking Bitcoin, partnered with Citi Habitats and went nationwide!
Did you know that it’s actually possible to negotiate your rent in Manhattan? Or that there are some apartment amenities you totally shouldn’t pay for (though there are some that are worth paying for too)?
You probably knew that it’s cheaper to live in Brooklyn or Queens than in Manhattan. How much cheaper, though? We got together with Moven and Smartasset to look at the hidden costs of living in New York.
When you’re looking at an apartment building, check out the other tenants. If there are restaurants in the building, be extra-careful. Most are clean, vigilant and careful; some aren’t, though, and that can have bad results for you. While you’re at it, make sure that your new place isn’t near one of New York’s many dangerous intersections!
Why are pre-war buildings awesome? Have a look and see. We think you’ll agree! Other awesome things about New York: culture on the cheap, food fairs, subway art, public spaces, ethnic food supermarkets and gut-busting sandwiches.
Whew! It’s been a busy few months!
