Featuring real estate articles and information to help real estate buyers and sellers. The Nest features writings from Georges Benoliel and other real estate professionals. Georges is the Co-Founder of NestApple and has been working as an active real estate investor for over a decade.
Quick answer: Prorated rent is the partial rent you owe for occupying an apartment for less than a full month — typically at move-in or move-out. The standard formula: divide your monthly rent by the number of days in that… Read More
Lease extension agreements are integral documents that uphold the terms between a tenant and a landlord wishing to continue their lease term. Knowing how to craft such agreements soundly, especially in the changing scope of the future, i.e., in the… Read More
It’s important to note that a landlord cannot ask you to vacate without a valid reason. However, if you have a month-to-month lease, the landlord can ask you to leave if they give you proper notice. If they want to… Read More
If you are sitting on some rental properties but aren’t sure if your potential renters will be willing to pay how much you are asking, you may be able to do something about it. We have compiled a list of… Read More
New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world, which makes a rent-stabilized apartment something of the holy grail of city living — a unit where annual rent increases are capped by law rather than set… Read More
If you have struggled to keep up with the drastic increase in consumer prices over the past months, you are certainly not alone. Luckily, your real estate property can help you in more ways than one, starting with your mortgage… Read More
Renting a room with a friend or another person can be a thoughtful idea for many people looking to save money or while on a temporary relocation. It can be fun, but other things, such as renters’ insurance, may also… Read More
Getting a job as a property manager has also been relatively more straightforward than previous years. For instance, you can quickly obtain the property caretaker position on Jooble right from the comfort of your home. Who is a Property Manager? Property… Read More
Maintaining a rental home requires considerable time, especially if you are an off-site landlord, and you’ll face a set of issues. On the other hand, long-distance property administration is accessible. Whatever your difficulties and tasks, there are several steps you… Read More
If you are like most renters, there are moments when you wonder why you live in the area that you live in. Sometimes, it’s because kids keep playing wall ball near your study. Other times, it could be that the… Read More
Renting an apartment in NYC has a lot of perks. Renting offers flexibility, cost savings, and a low-maintenance lifestyle compared to buying a home. However, there’s one significant drawback to renting vs. buying. It’s tough to personalize a rental. To… Read More
In 2019, the NYC Rent Law underwent significant modifications. We drafted a synthesis of the 145-page bill that passed. Several new laws took effect in New York City following the passage of the “Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of… Read More
