Anu Dutta added an answer:
A student trying to find a cheap but safe studio near CUNY Law School in L.I. City. I'd like a quick commute. Any suggestions? I'm new at
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Gregory Yadgaroff added an answer:
Can a landlord limit the # of people living in an apartment?
Yes you can have up to 2 adults and 2 children max in general for 1 brm apt.
We usualy specify this in our lease form that only these people can occupy.
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Cary Zimbler added an answer:
What is the typical percentage of monthly rent vs. gross income that a typical co-op board will allow in Queens?
While there is no exact answer...the rule of thumb I use for co-op sublets is
ONE WEEKS GROSS INCOME SHOULD EQUAL ONE MONTHS RENT!!!!
Irina Karan added an answer:
What is the typical pet deposit required for a tenant to have a cat? Is it usually refundable?
In our area the pet deposit (for each pet, if applicable) is from $250 to $500.
Sometimes pets are not allowed at all (so have to check with the condo, co
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Martina Ryan added an answer:
Lady with the cat responding to Anna Brocco: mlsli.com was little help. Know any local no-fee agents?
Try for rent by owner. Agents don't generally work for free.
Anu Dutta added an answer:
i have no lease do i get a grace period when paying the rent??i live in a prvate 3 family house
It all depends, usually I have seen there are 10days grace period. But you need to check with your landlord about this.
Anu Dutta added an answer:
Was is the best neighborhood in queens for two graduate students? We know we can't afford Manhattan right now, so what's our best option?
You need to set your budget first. Then make a checklist of your priorities of close to subway, which subway is better for you to take, if you don't cook t
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Anu Dutta added an answer:
What documentation is required to get electricity, gas, internet, telephone and cable connected?
Usually the utility companies might ask for a copy of the lease. If you still have any issue then maybe you can open an account with your credit card and t
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Anu Dutta added an answer:
How long does it take to find an apt and finalize the lease in New York?
In New York you shouldn't start looking more than 30days prior to your move in date. For Manhattan sometime the owner start showing 2months prior to the le
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Anu Dutta added an answer:
What are some tips for renters before signing a lease?
Try to arrange a walk through prior signing the lease. Check the windows if it locks properly, find out if it has good water pressure, ask about pest contr
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Jeffrey Kaminski added an answer:
can a bank rent their own property?
I work with a bank in the Chicagoland area to rent their inventory of foreclosed homes. They certainly have the right to do so but it is not a common prac
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Gregory Yadgaroff added an answer:
Looking to rent in Queens
Hello Courtney,
Our office has the biggest rental inventory in Queens. And most of the apartments with NO BROKER FEE options. Please don't hesitate t
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VaughnWeberLaw.com added an answer:
iam a renter in NYC landlord is selling house just signed 1yr lease cannot afford to move what rights do i hav
You must read your lease. Hopefully, your lease has a clause that states something like:
"This Lease is binding upon Landlord and Tenant and their
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Anna Brocco added an answer:
based on my salary, how much rent can i afford?
Not knowing your overall living expenses, lifestyle, needs, etc., not so easy to answer--much will depend on your actual salary, apartment size needed, mis
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Ralph Windschuh added an answer:
I have been in my home for 21 years I would like to know if my basement has permit to rent?
Rental permits usually have to be renewed every two years. Your certificate of occupancy should also contain information on whether your basement is consi
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Gail Gladstone, CIPS, TRC, SRES, RECS added an answer:
Is there a common rental database that Queens Brokers Use, similar to how Manhattan brokers use OLR? If so,
If the agent is a REALTOR (a member of the NAR), they are most likely on the Long Island Board of Realtors and using the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). I
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