I entered into 3-month agreement with this host.
HOWEVER, it was only one month later, all of sudden, despite 3-month agreement, she kicked me out from her apartment screaming "You have to go out! This is my apartment!" She threw my luggage at me.
During my stay, she didn't communicate with me and was always mad at me, and so, I was not comfortable at all. in addition, even though there are 2 months more in light of our agreement, she did'nt refund anythig. I do believe this is weird no matter how you think about it and I believe at least Airbnb should take care of m case.
I am a tourist. No friend in NY. It is pretty easy for everyone to imagine if you kick a tourist out in the middle of the term of the agreement. in reality, I had difficulty in getting new place and had some scary experience theough the process. I am still dealing with the aftershock of such a traumatic event.
As such, I cannot recommend you entering into the agreement with this host if you want to enjoy NY safety. Hope this helps.