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Q&A Related to Apartment Hunting in NYC

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Understanding the New York City Housing Crisis

Tenants:  Watch this video to find out why you're paying so much for rent.   Landlords and Property Investors, find out why now's a better time to rent out units at premium but reasonable prices here.

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Affordable Housing Resources

www.nychdc.com/find

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Neighborhood Profiles:  Explore UPTOWN!

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Neighborhood Profiles:  ASTORIA, QUEENS

Where to look for Great Deals on apartments in Manhattan

10 Misconceptions About Renting Apartments In NYC

A Breakdown of The Basic Subway Lines and Where They Go 

Exploring the Different Areas of Manhattan: A Guide for Apartment Hunters

Find Your Next Apartment in Queens:  A Guide for Renters

​Discover the Best of City and Suburban Living in Elmhurst-Forest Hills, Queens: Shopping, Dining, and Tourist Attractions​

​Discover New York City's Hidden Gems with The SUBWAY GAME

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General Information
Q&A Related to Apartment Hunting in NYC
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How to Screen a NYC Real Estate Agent to make sure they're legit

How to search like a pro
The Pros and Cons of Searching With an RLS IDX as opposed to StreetEasy, Zillow and others
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How to search RLS listings on your own
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How the System Works
Understanding No Fee Listings
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How to calculate the actual monthly rent
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How to Pre-qualify yourself for an Apartment

Assembling the Documents you need

International Students
What to do if you don't have a social security number

How to apply as a student

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Relocating, Tourism and Settling-In
Moving to NYC
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​Exploring NYC's Most Unusual Buildings: A Guide for Tourists, Photographers, and Architecture Enthusiasts

​Top 100 Outdoor and Publican Accessible Places to Photograph in NYC

Alternative Living Solutions
Short Term Rentals

​Co-living in New York City​
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​​​Beyond 12-month Leases: Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Renting in NYC

Job Hunting in NYC
​Job Hunting Tools

Prepare for the Exam
Choosing the Right Real Estate Brokerage: A Guide for New Agents

​Become a Real Estate Agent
How to Pass the State Real Estate Exam: Test Taking Strategies

How To Pass The NYS State Exam on the First Try

Free Budget Calculators