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I am considering a move to the city and would like some advice from people who have actually lived there. I've visited briefly before but its not the same as living there. I want to know in general what to expect before I move. The main thing that attracts me to NYC is the plethora of jobs. I'm out of college and have the money saved up to move and am thinking this might be the place to start a career. Is it hard for someone starting out to land a decent job? For the people that moved to NY, what is some advice you wish someone who have given you before you moved? Do you still live in New York, if not do you want to move back? Whats a good area for someone like myself to live in? I've heard Greenwich Village or Brooklyn. Whats a good way to go about looking for jobs, or is this something that can only be done once in NY? Is New York over hyped or is it really worth moving there?
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It would be a huge help if you could let us know what your job is and how much you're looking to spend on rent. Just because the village is nice, doesn't mean the average Joe can afford it lol (unfortunately)
I don't have a job yet. I have a major with concentration in Film with a minor in IT. But it doesn't mean thats what kind of work I'm looking to do. I would like to find something as cheap as possible, until I can get on my feet. I will have 10,000 until I can find work.
How old are u? U said you're outta college, so I assume u just got out recently. Being in your 20's (if u are) u probably wont find it over hyped. It's the most expensive city in the country. But I'm sure you're well aware of that. Depending on what line of work your in, and how fast you advance in your career, will probably determine if u decide to stay long term or not. When u hit your early or mid 30's, the nightlife here, might not be a good enough of a reason to stay. But if you're making real good money and living a decent lifestlye, chances are you wont leave. Keep one thing in mind though. Lets say your paying 800 for a 1 bedroom wherever your living now. Dont come here thinking, Oh these rents dont seem all that bad. Cause a nice apt somewhere else, is alot different than what they consider nice here. Don't get me wrong, u got the $, U can get nice as nice gets. They build new condos (atleast in Flushing, Queens) without central air. 906 sq ft for 500 grand. Flushing is no Soho either. Just to give u an idea.
Spooky aint it? The talk of trust funds, when you're showing up with 10 grand in your front kick! But that is the reality of this city. Especially if you get caught up in the nightlife here. U can easily drop a 100 bucs on just getting yourself drunk here.
Spooky aint it? The talk of trust funds, when you're showing up with 10 grand in your front kick! But that is the reality of this city. Especially if you get caught up in the nightlife here. U can easily drop a 100 bucs on just getting yourself drunk here.
Oh, he/she can easily blow 10 grand on rent alone for a few months depending on expecations re: housing. And that's even if they get drunk for free at a friendly neighbor's.
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