NYC Rental Guides

From first-time renters to relocators to co-op board packages—everything you need to navigate the Manhattan rental market with confidence.

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A Renter's Guide to NYC

Essential reading for first-time renters

Your complete introduction to renting in Manhattan. Covers neighborhoods, the rental process, budgeting, broker fees, and red flags to avoid. Perfect for anyone moving to NYC for the first time.

  • 6 chapters covering the entire rental process
  • Neighborhood comparison table
  • Budget breakdown with broker fee calculator
  • Red flags and what to avoid
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Are Broker Fees Worth It?

The honest answer—when it's worth it and when it's not

Should you hire a tenant's agent? This guide gives you the honest truth: when broker fees are a slam dunk, when they're a waste of money, and how to choose the right agent if you decide to hire one.

  • What you're actually paying for
  • When to skip the fee (be honest)
  • 5 scenarios where it's worth it
  • How to choose the right agent

Premium Guides

In-depth guides for specific situations—relocating to NYC, sharing luxury apartments, navigating co-op board packages, and more.

$4.99

Luxury Within Reach

The shared apartment strategy

How to afford luxury doorman living by sharing an apartment. Includes flex wall strategies, savings calculators, roommate matching tips, and building recommendations.

  • Save $20K+/year by sharing
  • Flex wall policies explained
  • Roommate matching process
  • Best buildings for shared living
$7.99

Welcome Guide to HK & Hudson Yards

Your insider's guide to the best neighborhoods

Neighborhood lifestyle guide covering Hell's Kitchen, Hudson Yards, Chelsea, and Columbus Circle. Real recommendations, hidden gems, and honest takes on each area.

  • 4 neighborhood deep-dives
  • Restaurant & bar recommendations
  • Hidden local spots
  • Practical tips (groceries, gyms, transit)
$12.99

A Renter's Guide to Condos & Co-ops

Board packages and interviews demystified

Everything you need to know about renting in co-ops and condos. Detailed board package guidance, interview prep, and negotiation strategies for premium buildings.

  • Complete board package checklist
  • Interview preparation guide
  • Lease negotiation tactics
  • Condo vs. co-op differences
$14.99

The Complete Relocation Guide to NYC

For domestic and international relocators

The most comprehensive relocation guide for NYC. Covers pre-arrival planning, first week setup, getting settled, international relocator specifics, and detailed checklists.

  • 6-week relocation timeline
  • Banking, utilities, DMV, healthcare
  • International relocator section
  • 3 detailed checklists

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