Renting an Apartment in New York City

Renting an Apartment in New York City

Learn about renting an apartment, including financial requirements, legal protections, and housing lotteries, as well as home ownership.

By NY Public Library, Thomas Yoseloff Business Center

Date and time

Wednesday, May 29 · 9 - 10:30am PDT

Location

Online

About this event

  • 1 hour 30 minutes

"This event will be online only"

Pamela Glaser guides you through the process of finding your new home from your apartment search through signing the lease.
The discussion includes:

  • Application requirements and fees
  • Typical financial requirements; insurance
  • The difference between a rent-stabilized apartment and a market-rate apartment
  • Leases
  • Rental guidelines
  • Protections against discrimination
  • The NYC housing lottery

Finally, learn about some of the incentives to help you become a co-op, condo, or homeowner.


About The Presenter: Pamela Glaser

Pamela Glaser is a NYC housing professional with more than 20 years experience in government housing rules, regulations, and incentives.

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