Anu Dutta answered:
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
We specialize rentals in Queens, please check our site www.WERENTNY.com or call our office 646-606-2366 if you're still looking.
Gregory Yadgaroff answered:
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 answered:
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 answered:
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-op rules and regulations)...
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Martina Ryan answered:
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 answered:
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 answered:
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 too much then look for restaura
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Anu Dutta answered:
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 they will just charge every tim
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Anu Dutta answered:
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 lease end date of the current te
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Anu Dutta answered:
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 control (whether its included in th
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Jeffrey Kaminski answered:
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 practice. Banks are not in the bu
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Gregory Yadgaroff answered:
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 to call us at your convenience.
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VaughnWeberLaw.com answered:
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 respective assignees and/or su
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Anna Brocco answered:
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, miscellaneous living expenses, et
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Ralph Windschuh answered:
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 considered "finished". I
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Gail Gladstone, CIPS, TRC, SRES, RECS answered:
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). It is available to non-Realtors
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