Moving into your apartment:
There are a few things you will need to take care of before you move into your apartment. Please read the following information very carefully in order to make your move-in as smooth as possible.
Utility Activation
You are responsible for connecting your electricity, gas, cable, internet, and phone service. Contact the utility companies two weeks prior to your scheduled move in date to ensure you will have power when you arrive.
Gas & Electric:
- Con Edison – www.coned.com, (877) 262-6633
Cable/Internet:
- Cablevision – www.cablevision.com, (800) OK-CABLE
Phone/Internet:
- Verizon – www.verizon.com, (718) 890-1550
You do not have to be present to have your electricity/gas hooked up.
Know your apartment number and address before you call.
Your Lease:
You should have received a copy of your lease/rental agreement. If you do not have a copy, please feel free to come by the office and request one. Please read it carefully and understand all aspects of your contract. If you have any questions or concerns you may stop by the office or contact us at (646) 435-1897 Ext 3.
Remember, if you share the apartment with one or more roommates (i.e. tenant(s) on the lease), you are jointly liable for the entire amount of the rent and any damages incurred.
Please specify the apartment number and master tenant's name on your check, when making rent payments.
Rent for each month is due in advance, on or before the first of the month. Failure to pay by 4 PM on the 8th day (regardless of what day the 8th falls on) will result in a late charge as specified in your lease agreement. The late charge policy applies to every tenant, no exceptions. Rent may be paid at the office during business hours, or mailed to RHAMCO at 696 East 187th Street, Second Floor, Bronx, NY 10458. Keep in mind that if you mail it, it must be received by the 8th (postmark on the envelope is irrelevant).
If you want to add an additional roommate or replace a current tenant, please notify us of your intent. The maximum number of occupants can not exceed the specified number of occupants on the lease at any time. The prospective tenant has to fill out an application to be approved by management. Upon approval, a new contract will be drawn.
The meaning of lease: Under this type of contract, you occupy the premises for a fixed amount of time. You are responsible for all rent payments through the lease term, even if you move out before the lease expires. During the lease term, your rent cannot be increased, nor can other terms of your tenancy be changed. However, upon the termination of your tenancy a new contract with different sets of conditions may be drawn.
The security deposit is used for cleaning and damages ONLY after you move out. The security deposit may not be applied toward any part of your last month’s rent. See "Moving Out" section below for more information.
In the event you move out earlier than your roommate(s), Management is not legally bound to return your part of the security deposit until the leased premises has been completely vacated by all tenants. Arrangement can be made at the management’s discretion.
