NYC real estate Q: We put a deposit on an apartment that became uninhabitable before we signed any forms or agreements. We decided to see if it was fixable, but in the meantime we found a new place to live. Now the owner doesn't want to give our deposit back. Are we screwed? A full, gripping narrative inside. [more inside]
posted on Jul 16, 2008 - 22 answers

Where can I return bottles in New York City? [more inside]
posted on Sep 13, 2007 - 8 answers

How do I get back a security deposit in New York City nearly a year after vacating? [more inside]
posted on Aug 28, 2007 - 11 answers

I was supposed to stay a year, but am moving out within the first month. I gave my roommate/sublettor three weeks' notice that I was moving out. Do I have to find a roommate for him? [more inside]
posted on Aug 12, 2007 - 15 answers

Have you done a short-term sublet (or housing swap)? If you were the renter: how did you evaluate applicants, and how did you help your subletter feel at home? If you were the subletter: what worked, and what do you wish the renter had done for you or told you? I'll be subletting my apartment in NYC but I'd love to hear from people in all areas & situations. [more inside]
posted on Feb 1, 2007 - 9 answers