Faye Chou

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Unique Brooklyn Apartments under $3208

May 1, 2022

New York City can certainly be a pricey place to live. Many of the lucrative rental concessions that were given to renters in the previous year due to COVID-19 are about to expire and as such we're seeing an...

Best Deals

Must View Apartments in Queens Under $3,300

May 1, 2022

For the uninitiated, Queens is an amazing borough with lots of great restaurants, parks, and people. Its location makes it an ideal place for those looking to save time on commuting while also offering a more tranquil version of...

How to Guides

How to Reglaze Your Bathtub

April 29, 2022

No matter how many times you scrub that bathtub, it will show some wear and tear over time. This can be an eyesore for some that cannot stand to look at stains and rust regardless of the hours spent...

Rental Glossary

Pullman Kitchen vs Galley Kitchen

April 27, 2022

Most renters and buyers look at photos of the kitchen when they're reviewing online listings. If you live in a New York City apartment, you never know if you'll find a full-sized kitchen or a small kitchenette. It's important...

Rental Glossary

The Definition and Legality of Key Money

April 22, 2022

Trying to rent a home in New York City can be a hassle. You’ll need to find a borough to live in, browse through the spaces available, make sure what you’re signing is not a scam, and dread the...

New York Living

Comedy Clubs in NYC

April 20, 2022

New York City is not shy about the concept of comedy culture. With comedy clubs filling the streets and Saturday Night Live arguably being one of the best things to emerge from Manhattan, New Yorkers have been laughing for...

Home Living

Best/Easiest Herbs To Grow At Home

April 15, 2022

If you're frequently cooking at home, you likely use plenty of herbs. However, these can cost a decent amount at the store, going up for up to $5 for a single pack of basil. Even if you trick yourself...

New York Living

Abandoned NYC Historic Landmarks

April 13, 2022

New York City's mysterious past left us with a legacy of abandoned buildings, cemeteries, hospitals, and even an occasional boat graveyard. However, how many structures are considered world patrimony and worthy of preservation? There are still several abandoned NYC...

New York Living

Brunch is Back: A Tour Through The Bronx

April 8, 2022

Brunch. The delicious meal, expertly placed between the traditional hours of breakfast and lunch. Whoever invented this smorgasbord of possibilities is absolute genius. While the COVID-19 pandemic stifled New York City's brunch-eating culture for a couple of years, brunch...

New York Living

How to Enjoy Your Life as a Berkeley College New York Student

April 6, 2022

College. The time of your life when you have new experiences, learn skills that you will use to master your chosen career, and create relationships that last for years to come. If you are attending Berkeley College New York, in the...

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About Me

Faye is the Managing Director of the RentHop Operations team. In her 10 years at RentHop, Faye has written numerous articles on a variety of real estate topics. If you're interested in learning more about the current state of the rental housing market or want Faye's best tips for your apartment search then check out more of her articles.

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