Faye Chou

Decorate and Renovate

Achieving the Perfect Home Look For Cheap in NYC

December 15, 2021

Furnishing your New York City apartment can not only be time-consuming, but also has the potential to be very expensive. Depending on the size of your space and the look you are going for, you could get into financial...

How to Guides

My Apartment is Too Noisy – Help!

December 8, 2021

It is no secret that New York City is one of the noisiest places in the world. Between people honking their horns, blasting music on the sidewalks, and ambulances rushing by, it is rare to find a quiet space...

Apartment Hunting

Should All Roommates Be on a Lease?

December 1, 2021

Renting an apartment is expensive, especially in larger cities like New York City or Chicago. Many prospective tenants decide to live with roommates so they can split the cost of rent and utilities. However, living with a roommate can...

Best Deals

Manhattan Listing Deals You Will Want to Check Out in December

December 1, 2021

For many of us, it's hard to pass up an opportunity to live in Manhattan, especially when you find an amazing deal. The phenomenon of low supply/inventory of available listings continues into the month of December, though demand has...

Best Deals

Brooklyn Deals: Listings at $3500 and Below in December

December 1, 2021

New York City boasts an expensive rental market. Thankfully, Brooklyn offers affordable options remaining for renters who want to be close by to Manhattan but still far enough from the hustle and bustle of the city. Countless restaurants and...

Best Deals

Exclusive Queens Listings under $2500 in December

December 1, 2021

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...

Apartment Hunting

6 Tips for Finding a Roommate When You’re 50 Plus

November 24, 2021

Having a roommate isn’t something that is restricted to any specific age. Sure, it’s true that people are more likely to room together when they are younger, but there are still plenty of reasons—new city, divorce, increased living expenses,...

Apartment Hunting

How to Split Furniture Costs with Your Roommate

November 17, 2021

After months of searching for the perfect space, perfect roommate, and settling all lease papers… You are finally ready to move into your new apartment! How exciting, right? It feels like you have had to fight the hardest of...

Rental Glossary

What is Renter’s Insurance and Why Do I Need It?

November 10, 2021

Finding an apartment in New York City is a stressful and time-consuming process, and actually signing the lease takes a fair bit of effort. In between scheduling apartment showings, working with a moving company, and signing the documents, renters...

Best Deals

Don’t Miss Out on These Manhattan Gems This November

November 4, 2021

For many of us, it's hard to pass up an opportunity to live in Manhattan especially when you find an amazing deal. These are what we at RentHop like to refer to internally as gems. Thanks to years of...

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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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