EVERYTHING you should know before moving to NYC in 2024 (how much $$$ you should save up + more)

trying to move to NYC this year? this is the most CONCISE + informational video for u. we're starting off 2024 strong by doing the nyc tell-all on questions to consider before moving out, how much money you have to save up and how much things cost, what documents you need during the moving process, and all the tips that i wish i knew before i moved out myself!! it's literally everything. enjoy!!!

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0:00 intro
2:10 questions to consider (before moving)
5:54 how much money you need saved up
8:21 documents you need
9:56 tips that will make the process easier
16:33 final thoughts

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sub count: 19,312

[mohuyakhan]

HAPPY NEW YEAR Y'ALL!!! cant believe it's already 2024 🫣 who's finally investing in themselves this year??!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[jessicar]

I love the last tip! I'm a Queens native and I love being able to step away from busy Manhattan :). NYC is very expensive so good luck to everyone out there trying to move here!

[kaylaxty]

Yes, PLEASE make a video on how to make friends in nyc or in a big city in general. I’m moving to nyc in less than a week and am a little nervous about making new friends. Your content has been very helpful and comforting. Thank you! 🤍

[jacksonb_]

i’m 17 and really want to move to nyc in the next 6-7 years! already saving up wish me luck 🤞

[adrianwebster]

In my experience, in building laundry is often poorly maintained, also fellow tenants either dont pick up fast enough or they dump your clothes on the floor if you arent down exactly on time. Many laundromats offer drop service where they eash and fold your laundry. It isnt cheap but if you are saving money on rent in a no laundry building, it may be worth considering. It was the first "luxury" I added once I could afford it.

[ko_grindz]

Thank you so much for making this video. I been in the process of looking for my dream job in New York City. I am born and raised here and rent is so expensive. You made my plan easier for the future thanks a lot

[AnnaValenzuela-lrfu]

great vid, love it, tysm <3 ps where is the water bottle so cute

[djddirty]

The "3 pay subs" sucks for freelancers. Some property owners or real estate agents are turned of buy us. Also the up hair do 👌

[sidneverse]

love your channel. i’m from california, thinking about making a change! appreciate your insight 😊

[sabrinsefa]

this vid was so helpful. thank you . I really wanna move to NYC but with bengali parents, they dont wanna let me go lol. You gave realistic advice tho

[CS-sjsp]

Great video!! Thanks for all of the helpful tips :)

[queenkandy]

thanks for this! i wouldve never thought to bring the documents you mentioned

[melissacharles]

this is so amazingg!! can u compare NYC to other major cities maybe like you and a friend can compare and contrast NYC and DC or NYC and Boston, etc

[chiom]

I move there in August for my corporate job post grad school. Luckily i have no student loans or debt in general. Unfortunately, i also have no credit history. No clue what to do about that. Plus i want to move in before i start working. So i can't provide paystubs. Ugh it's mess alright

[Jibril_Abdulkadir]

Just like you said I would suggest anyone moving save up a lot before lol 😂 it’s expensive anywhere but especially nyc

[Unknown-usfc]

I know it’s a bit out of pocket for me to ask, but due to household circumstances I’m planning a move to NYC at the end of February—at 18, and if you know any cheaper landlords with rentals, I would be so grateful if we could message about it 😭

[ishratjahan]

If possible could you please make a video about how you invest your money? Like 401k, Roth IRA, etc?

[chiom]

Def need a video on how to make friends in nyc. I move from Texas and have zero connections there. When i interned in the summer, i had to do a lot of things by myself

[gracieefromspaciee]

What about using my parents as a guarantor. Do you think that’s helpful for the process? Or even them co-signing with me?

[lizzabbott]

Chelsea brought me here .. After I saw you on HER channel ! ( In case anyone’s curious : Chelsea Callahan … another realistic NYC vlogger living in Queens … Chk her out !)