please give me advice.. I want to move to NY!?

Question

I want to move to New York when I finish uni (I'm from Canada) so I would just like some info about jobs, if they are hard to find or not, (Im gonna major in finance, so something in that field) also the cost of apartments, whats the cost of living.. just anything that might help me.. if you could also include your email in case I have more questions, I would really appreciate it. Thank you!!!

Answer 1

We are in very similar situations. I'm a recent college grad, and actually just got a job in nyc as a financial analyst and will be relocating in 2 weeks. First of all, it took me about 2 months to find a job, it's quite hard coming from out of state (I'm from Atlanta), since companies don't like to pay relocation fees. Therefore, it's always better to have a new york address on your resume. The job market is extremely competetive, since there are so many qualified applicants in the city already (Columbia, Cornell, NYU grads are all looking for jobs) So, your best bet is to know someone in the city that can recommend you into a company, so you can get your foot in the door first. 50K would be resonable to accept to start off right out of college (can vary depending on the superiority of your school), if you have few years of working experience then 60-70K would not be out of range. (of course, investment banks would pay more, but you also have to work min. 90hrs/week). You have to be prepared to try hard, I was shocked at first when I couldn't even get interviews. I felt like my degree from a top 20 U.S. university meant nothing. BUT no matter what just keep your head up, and keep sending out resumes.

As for apartments, studios in manhattan can go anywhere from $1300-3000 a month, usually a 15% brokers fee is required (off of yearly rent). In addition, there's also security deposit equivelent to the first month's rent. You have to have good standing credit, pay stubs, bank info, and your work and tax papers ready. However, you can always live in brooklyn or queens which is cheaper but longer commute (make sure you find out where the safe areas are and what not). Look around the neighborhoods if you are ever in the city for interviews.

Keep in mind, many college grads don't save a lot the first two years or so living in NYC, so you would have to budget your expenses well. Before anything, visit the city first for a week or two, it is a big culture shock to many people.

Good luck to you~

Answer 2

Do you plan on moving to New York City or New York State. If you are talking about the city then price can vary depending on what part of the city you want to move too. I don't know much, but I too plan on moving to the city once I sell my home and I visit there often. So what little I do know includes; Manhattan tends to be the most expensive and is where most of the action is. I have heard apartments in Manhattan can run $1600 for 400 sq ft. The others boroughs can be a little cheaper and the only one I know anything about is Queens. I typically go to the Jackson Heights Astoria area, which I greatly enjoy. No night life, but very diverse. As far as jobs go you can do searches on the Internet and I would suggest having a job lined up before you move. And if you can try to have some money in the bank in case of an emergency.

Answer 3

Hi! I live in New York (specifically Queens). If you are considering moving to the city, I recommend Queens or Brooklyn...as it IS generally cheaper than living in Manhattan. Yes, the cost of living is still much higher than living outside the city, but I pay $1400 for a 2 bedroom in a decent neighborhood in Queens. And with 2 incomes, that's $700 each...which really is comparable to other places to live. Research your neighborhoods before moving into them...just to see what it is like both in the day AND at night. Consider how close your place is to a subway station...or if you will have to transfer by a bus.

My e-mail is [e-mail] if you have any other questions.

I wish you all the best. NYC is the greatest city in the world!!! (^_^)

Answer 4

Despite a couple of negative answers here, New Yorkers are not rude as a group. There are rude people everywhere including here. But in fact, I have heard from many tourists that they have encountered lots of friendly and helpful New Yorkers. The rude New Yorker is a myth.

As is the notion that NY is rife with crime. That's a lie. New York is one of the safest cities on earth. Is there crime? Yes, of course. There is crime in Lancaster County, Pa, too. But NY is generally very safe.

And it isn't trashfilled either. There is litter but for a city of its size, it's pretty clean.

Do not believe these nasty people. New York can be expensive but it also has many many opportunities to enjoy cultural activities at little or no cost, as well.

Answer 5

Chicago is a big city with lots of really good colleges and its cheap to live there. Even renting at a big complex you can find something cheap but the best is to find some old woman or family that rent out two or three apartements in a building. I went to college there and there is so much for someone of that age level to do. I'm in the Army now, and grew up in New Hampshire, but when I get out I am definetely moving to Chicago. Maybe NY is closer to your home in Canada but if all your looking for is a big American city then look at chicago. its not that far from canada.

Answer 6

I was born and raised in NYC. I currently live in the Bronx and go to school & work in Manhattan. Before you decide to move to such a bustling, all-encompassing city like this, you need to visit for a week or two to get your feet wet. It is not easy to relocate here, for financial, emotional, and cultural reasons.
Living in the Bronx or the other outer boroughs, a crappy apartment(possibly vermin, a walk-up, in desperate need of repair/maintenance, high crime, scum neighbors, ugly apartment, unimpressive neighborhood, and/or far from a subway) will cost you between $750-$950 a month. A very nice apartment in the outer boroughs will run you $1000-$2500 monthly. In Manhattan, you're paying at least $2000 a month to live in a shoebox. It's usually a nice shoebox, surrounded by the crux of the city, but it is a shoebox nonetheless. Everything is inflated in Manhattan...the rent, the food, the clothes, the cabs...even a cup of coffee can cost about $3(damn Starbucks)Avoid living there if you can. Many parts of Queens, Riverdale in the Bronx, and certain areas of Brooklyn are more afforable, less inflated, easy on the eyes, and nice to live in.
If you want a glimpse into the rents and job market in NYC, visit http://newyork.craigslist.org/ Most New Yorkers go here for jobs & apartments. I've had some great interviews from this site, and got an awesome paying supervisory position from here too :) Check out the rents, the brokers fees, and the square feet of the apartments. Compare them to other cities...it'll blow your mind. Also check out the "accounting+finance" link in the jobs section to see what kind of jobs & salaries are offered here in your intended field. More than likely, you'll be working in Manhattan. That's where the best paying jobs are.

Secondly, this city is populated by millions & millions of people...many of who will at some point have their crotch in your face during rush hours on the subway. Most New Yorkers don't drive. Cars are expensive to have here...insurance is more expensive, the traffic in Manhattan is painstaking and impossible, so you'll be using tons of gas sitting in a traffic jam or barely moving from block to block. You'll rarely find a parking space after 6am, and the garages are charging about $25 an hour to park. Not to mention New York drivers are impatient, in a permanent state of rushing, and very bold. Leave the car in Canada. The subway will be your main mode of transportation($2 per ride, a $24 unlimited weekly card, or a $76 monthly unlimited card). Depending on your personality, you'll either not mind riding the subway for the convenience of not having a car & for social experience(you'll see & hear things you'll never experience in any other city on Earth) OR you'll hate it (like I do). It's hard sharing such a small, uncomfortable space with so many people & personalities....ESPECIALLY during rush hours!! You will be bumped & pushed. You will be stared at. You may even get cussed depending on who happens to be rushing by you at the moment, so be prepared. On the bright side though, even though New Yorkers are for the most part indifferent in public, if you need help, advice, or directions someone will graciously give it to you.

If you asked each of the millions of people in this city to tell you about it, you'll get millions of different answers. I do hope other native & new New Yorkers will give you their takes as well. If I could move to Canada, I'd leave this place in a minute! For me NYC is too loud, too expensive, too crowded, and too busy. Everyone here is in a mad rush...gotta go, gotta run, gotta move, gotta jet, faster, quicker, go, go, go...even when they don't have anywhere to go. If you think your personality will either mesh with this environment, or even just tolerate it, then go for it. Just make sure you get a nice taste of this place before you transfer your life here. Any other questions, mail me at [e-mail]

Answer 7

To start off, you will need (at least) two months of rent money and some extra for food & stuff. But before you move, find yourself a job first. It might be tough at first but you are still young and NY is fun.
Have fun, kid

Answer 8

living everywhere in long island isn't properly worth it. commencing over in long island isn't a solid factor the two. With Taxes so intense that it might drain your wallet dry. i might propose moving to New Hampshire the place it is alluring and the taxes are way low and next to Nil. in case you like a clean commence do no longer flow to long island! go someplace you are able to shop your money and stay conveniently!! ny is all approximately ripping off its very own human beings!! Beleive me i do unlike living right here yet I very own a house and the Taxes might kill you. solid luck to you on the place ever you progression!!

Answer 9

it can be pretty hard to find good jobs and NYC and a one bedroom apartment would probably cost you a min. of $2,500 a month but that would be a pretty good price for NYC I dont mean to make it hard for you but NYC isnt the best place to start out.

Answer 10

DO NOT MOVE TO NEW YORK!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the life in New york is to exspencive, its over rated to crowed. rude pepole. crime is very high,you'll have a head ack all the time cuz of the smell. the rats are bigger than cats,the trash is all over the place. its just NASTY!!!!!!!!!!!!