What Is a Prewar Apartment? Why New Yorkers Covet This Architectural Style. “Prewar apartment” is a term you’re likely to see if you’re apartment hunting in New York City, but it’s a bit ambiguous. What does it…
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8 Fiercely Clever Tricks to Drown Out Noisy Neighbors. We won’t lie: As a renter, you may have limited soundproofing options. But there are several tricks to drown out your noisy neighbors—without your landlord freaking out. SIphotography/iStock;…
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How to Break a Lease: What Tenants and Landlords Can (and Cannot) Do. No one is considering how to break a lease and relishing it—whether it’s the renter or the landlord. Unfortunately life and rental laws don’t…
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Rent-to-Own Real Estate: The Benefits and Risks for Home Buyers. Rent-to-own real estate sounds like a dream come true. But here’s what you need to know about the benefits, terms, fees, and risks of a rent-to-own home.…
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Rent Increase Laws: What Landlords Can (and Cannot) Do. What are the rules on raising rent? Read on for the answers to the most common questions, from how high rent can be hiked, how often, and more.…
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What Is a Leasehold Property? A Rental That Lasts … and Lasts. What is a leasehold property? It’s where you rent a home or land, but for 40-plus years, rather than a tenant’s usual one- or two-year…
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