Prospective renters seek out Tyler Vincent Real Estate service for 2 reasons:
First, our clients want to find the best deals coupled with the most value they can afford. They understand T.V.R.E. brokers will save them considerable money in the long run. They understand that we offer a variety of services, covering all aspects of their property search. Our clients understand that even though they might be able to find 'No Fee' apartments, our brokers work extremely hard to negotiate the lowest possible monthly-rent payments. This amounts to long term savings that renters who don't use T.V.R.E. probably would not get.
Second, our clients want to save the time and energy that gets wasted when trying to find and close on a property in NYC's dynamic real estate market. The process can be very frustrating without much result. Our clients come to us in order to utilize the guidance, knowledge and experience of our licensed brokers. Our management team brings over 50 years of combined NYC real estate excellence to the table. Our clients benefit by saving money, time and effort.
What does 'No Fee' mean?
A lot of the apartments prospective renters see listed as 'No Fee' via the internet or advertised in newspapers actually use a flat fee agency. Prospective renters cannot get information about these properties without first paying a flat fee to these agencies. The fee is supposed to give the renter access to the agency's database. Fees can range from $50-$250, even though these agencies are not legally allowed to charge more than $15 for their services. Very few agency subscribers rent their apartments this way. A lot these agencies provide almost no support service to clients. They have little or no staff and they operate basically as internet-information agencies. Therefore they cannot possibly provide the expertise of a licensed broker. Be wary of information obtained in this manner as the information tends to be unreliable and outdated.
How can I find a "No Fee" apartment?
Sometimes landlords/management companies or brokers offer rental properties or apartments for 'No fee' (meaning no broker fees or rental application fees). These 'deals' tend toward being some of the most expensive apartments on the market. Most 'No Fee' apartments are found in high-rise, doorman buildings or newly constructed buildings. Generally 'No fees' are offered because of the sheer size of a building. These apartments are priced fairly and not great deals but they are not bad ones either. Sometime Tyler Vincent Real Estate represents certain landlords/management companies or buildings that offer 'No Fee' apartments. These tend to be in luxury/doorman buildings and are priced at $2000 per month and up. In this instance the fees are paid by the landlord/management company. In this case Tyler Vincent Real Estate passes on the savings to clients and provides all our services to you free of charge. Not all 'No fee' properties are found in doorman buildings. Sometimes landlords/management companies of elevator or walk up buildings will advertise apartments as 'No Fee' on the web or in newspapers. Generally these apartments are not good deals because landlords avoid additional costs and charge the tenant higher monthly payments. Fairly priced properties with a broker's fee would probably cost LESS money than a 'No Fee' apartment in an elevator or walk up building.
Having a dog narrows the selection of properties down to 15% of what is currently available on the market. Cats tend not to be as much of a problem. Clients tell your broker about pets to save time and money.
There are rental buildings, co-ops, and condo buildings.