Faye Chou

Rental Glossary

Renters Insurance: Why is it important and what does it cover?

March 2, 2017

Renters insurance (often called tenants insurance) is a policy that provides renters with a number of different benefits. While the property owners will insure the physical dwelling, this renters insurance often covers the tenant’s personal property within that dwelling....

Home Optimization

Is Your Apartment Kid Proof?

February 28, 2017

If you're ready to have kids, you and your New York City apartment must prepare. Why? Because if you've ever been around kids you'll know they are more resourceful and crafty than they look. They can often find trouble...

New York Living

10 Great Coffee Shops You Need To Try In NYC

February 24, 2017

For those who live in New York City, it sometimes feels like the city’s residents are fueled with caffeine. It’s always high tempo, full speed ahead, everyday. To keep the energy level this high we're assuming coffee plays a...

How to Guides

Is Your Apartment Pet Friendly? How To Pet Proof Your Apartment

February 17, 2017

Pets are one of the best things a person can have, but they are a fairly large commitment. While not as big a commitment as a child, there are still many things to consider when bringing a pet home...

Fun

A Love Letter To My First Apartment

February 14, 2017

It's Valentine's Day again and love is the main focus. You probably can't wait to spend a day with your loved one. Here at RentHop, we believe that it's not only important to give someone a bit of extra...

Fun

Last Minute Gifts For Him For Valentine’s Day

February 10, 2017

We just did a blog post covering last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts for your girlfriend. For those who still haven’t found the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for their boyfriend, or you’ve completely drawn a blank on creative gifts this year,...

Fun

Last Minute Gifts For Her For Valentine’s Day

February 9, 2017

It shouldn't be a surprise to anyone that Valentine's Day is approaching, especially since it's always celebrated on February 14. But somehow, some people still get caught off guard every year. Well, Valentine's Day is approaching. Maybe you told...

New York Living

7 Great Independent Bookstores in New York City

February 3, 2017

For book lovers, there’s nothing like finding a new bookstore to check out. It’s like being a kid in a candy store. Fortunately, there’s an abundance of great bookstores in New York City. You’ve probably checked out the well-known...

Apartment Hunting

10 Things to Check Before Renting an Apartment

January 30, 2017

Finding a new apartment is equally exciting as it is nerve-wracking. In places like New York City, renters only have a few weeks to find their new space, as most units only come on the market for that month....

FAQ

Can my landlord evict me?

January 27, 2017

One constant that all renters must deal with is a landlord. Most of the time, landlords are good and honest people, but sometimes, they are not. Let’s say you and a landlord have been having disagreements and they say...

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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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