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:
Luxury tower lawsuits, living in a homeless shelter, & more
December 1, 2021 - 09:30 AM
Also: A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place tomorrow for Hunter's Point South in Long Island City.
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My hardwood floors are damaged. Can I get my landlord to replace them?
November 30, 2021 - 14:30 PM
Hardwood floors are common in New York City rentals. If your floors are badly damaged and causing a safety issue, your landlord has to repair or replace them.
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5 Manhattan no-fee one bedrooms where you'll pay below the median rent
November 24, 2021 - 12:30 PM
It’s harder to find a deal in Manhattan these days so if you're looking a deal, you have to be flexible. Here are five no-fee one bedrooms below the borough's median rent in Harlem, Hudson Heights, Yorkville, Kips Bay, and the Lower East Side.
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NYC's 'worst landlord' pays up, another limit on lease-break fees, & more
November 24, 2021 - 10:30 AM
And, landlords and tenants call on Governor Kathy Hochul to reopen rent relief applications.
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5 things to consider before moving to a new NYC neighborhood
November 23, 2021 - 13:30 PM
New York City is made up of many distinct neighborhoods, so when you're looking for a new place to live, pay as much attention to the area as the apartment. Here are five things to consider before moving to a different neighborhood.
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Manhattan doorman rents jump, UES vs. UWS, & more
November 19, 2021 - 15:30 PM
And, New York City buyers prioritize low carrying costs.
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