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Rent is Getting More Expensive — The Reason Why + Tips to Find an Affordable Place

Rent is Getting More Expensive — The Reason Why + Tips to Find an Affordable Place

Mar 09, 2022 ,,,,,,,

The pandemic brought all sorts of challenges — physical, psychological, financial, and more. And its improvement is now bringing a difficulty of its own as New York renters see rates up to 70% higher than early 2020 amounts. The current Brooklyn median is $2747 per month — a number that many individuals and families simply […]

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Buying Your First Home in Brooklyn? Grants, Loans, and Programs for You

Mar 08, 2022 ,,,,

Buying your first home is an exciting time. It can also be challenging — mentally, physically, and especially financially. Luckily, there are a number of programs to help you out! Most notably, there are often grants to take advantage of that can help with a portion of your down payment, allowing you to purchase more […]

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How to Avoid High Tenant Turnover & Keep Good Tenants

Mar 08, 2022 ,,,,,

By far, the most challenging part of being a landlord is finding, securing, and keeping good tenants. Once they’re in, all you have to worry about is receiving payments and responding to potential home repairs. But where do you find these unicorn renters who treat your home better than they’d treat their own? Where are […]

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Rent Overdue? Here’s How to Give Notice

Mar 08, 2022 ,,,,,,

Even if the tenant’s in good standing, you still need to send a prompt and firmly worded notice in writing. Download this template to get started. In a perfect world, every tenant would pay their rent on time, every month. In reality, even the best tenants get caught up and forget what day it is, […]

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Renovating Your Brooklyn Apartment in a Shortage-Filled Society

Feb 25, 2022 ,,,,

The pandemic has brought challenge after challenge. Though it may not be one of the most devastating effects, the supply shortage sure has pulled plenty of renovation projects to a halt. Thankfully, this doesn’t have to be the same for you. There are ways around the shortage, and we’re going to share them with you […]

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Want Quality Tenants? Then Make Sure You’re a Quality Landlord. Here’s How.

Feb 09, 2022 ,,,,,,,,

Being a landlord is a specific type of responsibility that is not for the faint of heart. It takes commitment, diligence, and flexibility – because if you want good tenants, then you need to be a good landlord. Here are some tips to make sure you’re living up to your potential as a Brooklyn landlord. […]

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Women-Owned Business Spotlight: Amy Van Doran from Modern Love Club

Feb 09, 2022 ,,,,,,,,,

At RC, we’re all about spreading the love – especially with Valentine’s Day right around the corner. And this month, Victoria sat down with friend (and neighbor!) Amy Van Doran this month from The Modern Love Club. Watch the interview below! (PS Head to our Instagram to learn how you can win a FREE love […]

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Tips with Tina: Putting An Occupied Property on the Market

Feb 09, 2022 ,,,,,,

Selling an occupied home sounds like a daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be. With a bit more planning than usual, you can keep that rental income flowing until the sale closes — or continue living in the home yourself until it’s time to move. Hear Tina’s opinion on the process before reading on […]

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So You’ve Decided to Rent Out Your Home — Now What?

Feb 08, 2022 ,,,,,,

So, you’re a new landlord. Before diving into heaps of helpful information, a congratulation is in order. You’ve set off on a challenging, rewarding, and revenue-filled journey! There’s never been a better time to try out the scene, either, with record-high renters —and rates— entering Brooklyn in 2022. We’ve compiled some tips to set you […]

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Brooklyn Bridge | New Home Buyer in Clinton Hill

Feb 07, 2022 ,,,,,,,,

Even though we all know that the home-buying process is a big undertaking, many people underestimate just how intricate it is – starting from the search. Between finding a physical home that fits your needs, a building that suits your lifestyle, and a neighborhood you feel comfortable in, it’s hard to imagine ever finding your […]

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