subject: Top Tips On Renting Apartments In New York, Brooklyn, And Manhattan [print this page] Apartment hunting is not easy especially if you are hunting during the peak seasons. You will find that most suitable properties have already been rented, or are in a bad location. That is why you should go about it in an organized manner so that you can find a property according to your requirements. Do keep in mind that Brooklyn, Manhattan, and New York overall are three different situations with varied standards of living. Thus the rent will differ accordingly.
Here are a few tips that you can follow while renting an apartment in New York, Brooklyn, and Manhattan:
Don't be hell-bent on getting an apartment in a particular neighborhood. Keep at least 4-5 back up options ready that offer the same amenities.
Read the lease agreement carefully before you go ahead and sign. Many landlords use a standard form lease, sold in stationary shops in and around New York City. Thus it will not be too difficult for you to glance through it before.
If you are a student or currently unemployed, then there is a chance that a legal guarantor will be needed in order to cosign the lease. Landlords might insist that a guarantor lives within the area of jurisdiction. This is also applicable for those who have a bad credit history.
You can try to negotiate on the rent, the duration of the lease, and any special criteria such use of common roof or backyard space. If you can somehow manage to start and end your lease date during the off season of the real estate market, winter, then you will be in a better position to negotiate with your landlord regarding the rates. Rent will be slightly bit off (5-10%) as compared to the summer season.
Hunting for apartments during summer is not a good idea because there is an enormous rush and the competition is immense.
New York City law clearly states that landlords are bound to be obligated to their tenants in certain ways. These include smoke detection, crime prevention, window guards, overall safety, and so on.
Some landlords are very clear about pets being unwelcome, so ensure that there is no violation of this clause as it might get you into trouble.
Last but not the least, irrespective of location; you should not select a broker randomly. Conduct your research well in advance so that you are aware about recognized names that currently operate in the real estate market and have a thorough knowledge of different properties.
Looking for a moving company? Simply go online and search for them along with the name of the place that you want to move to. For example: you can type in NY movers, Brooklyn moving services, or Manhattan moving companies to get the names of movers listed in that area.
