Miscellaneous (Renters)

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If I own a dog, what are typical policies that rental buildings have that could potentially impact my pet?

If I own a pet, what are good questions to ask the landlord to make sure my application is approved and I understand any special requirements?

If I need to break my lease before the expiration date, will my landlord allow me to do so? Are there any specific factors that could impact their decision?

What are rent-controlled and rent-stabilized apartments, and what is the difference between the two?

If a broker sets a “standard” broker fee and is unwilling to negotiate lower, what can I do?

To be honest, there’s not much you can do if the agent is not flexible.  There could be a number of legitimate reasons for this, such as the fee being split with...

If I have bad or no credit, minimal work history, low income or other adverse issues, how can I qualify for an apartment rental?

Depending on your exact situation, it may not be that easy to get approved for an apartment; however, there are certainly several options that you can try to secure a rental.  These...

Is having a doorman really necessary for a rental building? What are the pros and cons?

The importance of a doorman really depends on what your needs are and how flexible your budget is.  Doormen provide extra security, can accept packages and dry cleaning, offer a friendly face...

When contacting a real estate agent about a particular rental listing, should I provide additional information about what I’m looking for?

Yes!  Many apartment hunters do their search by going to multiple websites, viewing listings and contacting agents to set up appointments or ask for more information on individual properties.  However, most do...

I need to break my lease. Who should I contact and what steps do I need to take in order to do this?

What are the benefits of working with a real estate agent to find an apartment rental?

There are numerous benefits of working with a real estate agent to find a rental apartment.  However, realistically not every agent will provide all or many of these advantages, so finding a...