I'm planning to move from one NYC neighborhood to another at the end of the summer. Though I'm 99% sure I'll be able to cover all potential expenses (movers, security deposit, first/last month's rent, broker's fee), I was wondering if there's a
reputable company that advances small loans to help cover these costs.
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posted by incomple
on May 14, 2013 -
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My lovely daughter and her friend are graduating from college in May and looking for an apartment in Brooklyn.
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posted by SLC Mom
on Apr 20, 2013 -
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I'm asking this for a senior citizen friend. Does he have a right to ask for a reduction in rent for a situation wherein he warned management of criminal activity......but was ignored?
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posted by naplesyellow
on Feb 23, 2013 -
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Am I making a mistake in my choice of NYC neighborhood? Details within for your much-appreciated sanity check and suggestions.
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posted by Inspector.Gadget
on Nov 20, 2012 -
26 answers
Help me find my hibernation spot! NYCer in search of a winter (roughly Dec/Jan -> March/April) apartment somewhere in the Deep South in a city that A) has much warmer weather; B) offers drastically cheaper rent; and C) is a small town (basically, anywhere that isn't a big city). And, once I have a few city/region options, what's the best methodology for finding a place to rent if there aren't active Craigslist listings for the city/region? Details:
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posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches
on Nov 16, 2012 -
25 answers
How can I find a place to rent when I'll almost definitely fail a rental application and I'm a terrible risk?
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posted by windykites
on Sep 21, 2012 -
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Moving in with two roommates - one friend, and one other guy the two of us just met. What haven't I thought of, and what should I be prepared to deal with? Long list of stuff inside.
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posted by Urban Winter
on Sep 18, 2012 -
27 answers
I have a rather serious mold allergy. How should I go about finding a mold-free (or almost mold-free) apartment in Chicago?
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posted by randomname25
on Sep 16, 2012 -
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Have two days next week to find apartment/partial house on small budget in Parker, Centennial, Englewood area of Colorado (outside Denver). 2 adults, $800-850 (before utilities); 1 or 2 bedroom, washer/dryer preferred, quiet and safe....hopefully space for a mini terrier. I am looking at tons of stuff online but trust MeFites input and steeling for the fact that I am probably not going to find much. I am open for a partial house but not sure if Craigslist is safe or trustworthy to look. Any input is appreciated....truly. Excuse any naiviete on my part.
posted by snap_dragon
on Sep 7, 2012 -
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mid-20s, moving to NYC jobless but with some prospects to realistically find an entry-level job in the $40,000 range. have $20,000 saved. what kind of rent should i realistically plan to pay? am looking at a $1150/mo (per person) in Fort Green. can i do better?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 28, 2012 -
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We're trying to find an apartment to rent in SF (1-2br in the Mission or Noe Valley) and it's difficult. Competition is intense (20+ candidates showing up to see a open houses). What kind of things can we do to stand out from the crowd during the entire process?
posted by mrunderhill
on May 22, 2012 -
11 answers
Moving out of my apartment and I have a few questions on how to handle the last month of rent and the security deposit.
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posted by Diskeater
on May 21, 2012 -
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I've been without air conditioning for the past two weeks in my apartment, and it seems like it will be another two weeks before I get it. My landlord doesn't seem to care, and I don't know if I have any options in this situation.
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posted by trogdole
on May 3, 2012 -
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I'm apartment hunting in British Columbia. When a landlord asks me to fill out a rental application, but doesn't ask for a deposit right away, how binding should I consider the application?
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posted by no regrets, coyote
on Apr 4, 2012 -
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Teach-Me-About-Renting-Vs-Buying Filter: I'm in my mid-20s and have been in my "grown up job" for about a year now, and it's about time to get my own place. What do I need to know, beyond just comparing rent and mortgage payments?
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posted by Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
on Feb 12, 2012 -
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My NYC landlord offered a lease renewal on my rent-stabilized apartment, but with a rent adjustment that appears to be too high. It's a bit more complicated than that, though.
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posted by aiko
on Jan 20, 2012 -
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SecurityDepositFilter: I think I'm being screwed in Virginia. The situation is complicating by many factors, but mainly by the unwillingness for either the landlord or primary tenant to communicate with me. I was a subtenant with no written lease but a legitimate verbal agreement.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 10, 2011 -
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Do I have to allow my landlord to show the apartment to prospective buyers? My lease does not end until middle of next year.
Its a nuisance and very disruptive. What are the rules around this?
I am obviously the tenant and the landlord is trying to sell the apartment. Do I have a choice?
posted by r2d2
on Nov 4, 2011 -
19 answers
Looking for information about renting in Gulfport / Biloxi area.
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posted by zarq
on Oct 21, 2011 -
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Renter's nightmare in LA: My friend went on vacation to Europe. Her roommate cashed the rent check and skipped town, friend is now getting evicted. Btw, deadbeat roommate still has the keys, collects guns, and has accused friend of being "out to get him." Advice?
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posted by ®@
on Jul 16, 2011 -
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WA state rental law question: What actually constitutes a legal 48 hour notice of entry?
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posted by loquacious
on May 26, 2011 -
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I am moving to the UAE, Abu Dhabi next week to start a new job. How do you go about finding an apartment to rent. Any online resources? Or do I ask around for a broker when I get there?
posted by convex
on May 8, 2011 -
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Is there a decent Brooklyn neighborhood where I could find a 1-bedroom apartment for no more than $1650?
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posted by chameleon
on May 7, 2011 -
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We gave a check (for a security deposit) to a potential landlord to hold our spot in line. The landlord wasn't going to cash the check until she approved us for the house. We got the house (pending a signed lease agreement). When should the landlord cash the deposit check?
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posted by jz
on Apr 28, 2011 -
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Please help a new grad move to San Francisco. I will probably arrive on June 1 and start working June 10, and I have $1500 for the whole move in process. Where do I stay while I'm apartment hunting? A hotel is very expensive and a hostel is pretty cramped. I could probably stay on a friend's couch but are there any other reasonable options for 1 month stays?
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posted by yaymukund
on Apr 18, 2011 -
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I own a condo in northern Virginia that I have been renting out for a few years and I have an applicant to move in...from overseas. He is post-doc at a government agency that has a two year appointment. What kinds of information should I gather to screen him as a tenant? And how do I deal with the broken lease from the previous tenant?
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posted by pithy comment
on Mar 8, 2011 -
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Should I avoid signing a year-long lease for a room in a group house or shared apartment? Is it reasonable to hold out for month-to-month rent, or will I end up with slim pickings? (I am looking in the DC area)
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posted by catquas
on Oct 10, 2010 -
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We're looking to sign a lease on the apartment we currently sublet, with the support of the current tenant. The management company has indicated they will increase the rent. We want to minimize (or eliminate) the increase. How to negotiate this tactfully & effectively?
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posted by limon
on Sep 29, 2010 -
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Asking for a friend: I am considering moving into a two bedroom apartment with a couple. I would have one room (the smaller one), and they would occupy the master bedroom. Their room is very large -- close to twice the size of mine. What would be an equitable split of the rent? All utilities are included in the rent.
posted by bluefly
on Sep 21, 2010 -
21 answers
Moving into San Francisco. Advice on neighborhoods, and finding a place to rent?
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posted by mikeand1
on Aug 12, 2010 -
7 answers
What can I do
before the fact to prevent or discourage my shady landlord from failing to refund all or part of my security deposit when my lease term is up?
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posted by killdevil
on Jul 14, 2010 -
12 answers
I make more than enough money to pay the rent, but have no recent rental history. How can I convince apartment complexes I don't need a co-signer?
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posted by reenum
on Jul 7, 2010 -
15 answers
I'm leaving my apartment a month before the end of the lease. What can I do to find a replacement tenant?
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posted by madcaptenor
on Jun 18, 2010 -
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