Austin Havens-Bowen
Writer
Austin Havens-Bowen is a writer and reporter. He previously covered local news for the Queens Ledger and The Hunts Point Express in the Bronx. He graduated from Hunter College with a BA in media studies. He rents a one-bedroom apartment in Astoria with his boyfriend and their two cats.
Posts by Austin Havens-Bowen:
My landlord is keeping my security deposit for water damage. Will apartment insurance reimburse me?
December 20, 2021 - 09:30 AM
Your apartment insurance policy will not directly reimburse you for the loss of a security deposit, but some types of damage to your apartment may be covered.
Read More To boost access to affordable housing, new law increases amount of FHEPS rental vouchers
December 16, 2021 - 12:30 PM
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation last week to increase the value of rental vouchers from 85 percent to 100 percent of fair market rent.
Read More I broke my lease. Can my landlord keep the security deposit?
December 13, 2021 - 09:30 AM
When you break your apartment lease in NYC, you are still on the hook financially. You have to pay rent until your landlord finds someone to replace you.
Read More Moving from Gramercy to the UWS, condo collapse shakes up mortgages, & more
December 10, 2021 - 13:30 PM
Also: Our annual holiday tipping guide breaks down how much you should tip your doorman, super, porter, and other building staff.
Read More 5 houses for sale in Seneca Falls, NY, the inspiration for the town in 'It's a Wonderful Life'
December 10, 2021 - 12:30 PM
The holidays are in full swing in Seneca Falls, New York, the inspiration for the town of Bedford Falls in “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Celebrations kicked off this week for the classic film’s 76th anniversary. Another perk: You can buy a house for a deal by New York standards. Check out these five places for sale in the area.
Read More Here are the NYC apartments for sale with the deepest price chops in November
December 9, 2021 - 13:30 PM
Here are the New York City apartments on the market that saw the biggest price cuts in November 2021, according to RealtyHop's monthly report.
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