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New Graduate Student OrientationSPRING 2014
www.nyu.edu/housing/offcampus/
1. Do’s and Don’ts
–Apartment Checklist
2. Paperwork
3. Things to consider
4. Resources
5. Insiders Stories
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1. Do’s and Don’ts
–Apartment Checklist
2. Paperwork
3. Things to consider
4. Resources
5. Insiders Stories
1. A Checkbook for a Deposit
2. Bank Statements
3. Proof of Income
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1. Do’s and Don’ts
–Apartment Checklist
2. Paperwork
3. Things to consider
4. Resources
5. Insiders Stories
When you meet with a broker, manager, or landlord, be prepared and have a clear idea of what you want
Some things to ask during your meeting:• Can you take in a roommate at a later date?• Can room dividers & shelves be added, can other
alterations be made?• What costs are the responsibility of the tenant(s)?• Is a security deposit required? If so, how much? • Is the deposit refundable?• Are pets allowed?
Brokers: Professionals charging a fee for finding apartments
A broker's fee is up to 15% (approx) of one year's rent
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PROS CONSMeeting new people Less privacy
Companionship More noise
Larger apartment (in most cases)
Risk of unwanted long-term guests
Less rent Sharing your belongings
Sharing chores Divide and keep track of Rent, Expenses
Sharing monthly expenses Might be unhygienic
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1. Location Near campus/public transport
2.Layout Bathroom(s)
Water pressure/ plumbingBedroom space
Closet space Location of closets Balcony/terrace
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3. Kitchen Appliances included, Cabinet and counter
space, Cleanliness/maintenance
4. Facilities in the building Laundry facilities, Roof access
5. Questions to askUtilities included
Pets allowedFree exterminationSuperintendent on site
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Safety and Security•Near well-traveled areas •Illuminated at night •Building security system •Doorman/ buzzer system •Secure locks •Peephole •Smoke detectors •Emergency escape routes •Area's crime rate
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1. Do’s and Don’ts
–Apartment Checklist
2. Paperwork
3. Things to consider
4. Resources
5. Insiders Stories
1. Craigslist• http://newyork.craigslist.org/
2. Padmapper• www.padmapper.com
3. Sing Dao Newspaper4. Brooklyn Apt Hunting Handout5. NYU Off-Campus Services
• (212) 998-4620• Offcampus.housing@nyu.edu• www.nyu.edu/housing/offcampus/
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1. Do’s and Don’ts
–Apartment Checklist
2. Paperwork
3. Things to consider
4. Resources
5. Insiders Stories
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NYU Off-Campus Services• (212) 998-4620• Offcampus.housing@nyu.edu• www.nyu.edu/housing/offcampus/
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