What advice could you give for moving to NY?

I'm planning a move by the end of the year to Long Island, NY to finish my education as a journalist. I'm a 20yo female, and could use the advice.What advice could you give for moving to NY?
Ask yourself, “Do I really need to move to NYC?” If you answered no or is unsure then vacation in New York City until you are sure.





On your visit, here are a few things to bring to New York City.


http://411newyork.org/guide/2008/03/13/t…





Second, ask yourself, “Where am I going to live?” If you don’t know where, you better start hunting for an apartment.





Third, ask yourself, “What happens when I need help?” If you don’t know then, you will have to start looking for friends in NYC.





Fourth, ask yourself, “How am I getting there?” You have to save up to pay for your moving expense and storage.





Fifth, ask yourself, “Will I be able to get a job?” No money from a job and soon your savings will be finished and you will be out on the streets and in the cold.





Sixth, ask yourself, “Can I go back to where I moved from?” Most people move back when things get rough here so don’t burn your bridges and keep in touch with old friends.





Good luck,





Steve


http://411newyork.orgWhat advice could you give for moving to NY?
Only Jamaican Steve answered well. NYC is a fantastic place to come when you are young. Vibrant, tons of things to do, exciting etc. It is also expensive and this is the biggest obstacle in anyone's way. LI is IMHO suburbia at it's worst but you could live there more cheaply as it is further from Manhattan. The Long Island Rail Road will get you into the city easily (but you are bound to the LIRR schedule which can be a drag). Save as much money as possible. Scan ads for the cost of housing, research cost of utilities (cable, electricity, gas,) land line or just cell phone, cost of commute from LI to Manhattan or Brooklyn to go out etc. Cost of food, entertainment etc. Figure out what your monthly nut will be and then see if you can pull it off. Many people do so just keep that in mind.
I do hope your parent are supporting to b/c it's not cheap living in NYC.





I would know, i live with my mom, and i am in debt, there is NO WAY i can move out any time soon.





I will give you advice though, if you do move here keep your doors locked.





I hope you have well off parents, b/c if you are supporting yourself, you will be stress out of your mind b/c of bills.
You'll need to be able to dress for all 4 seasons. Have a warm winter coat, boots, hat and scarf.





Take some time and see New York City. Long Island is pretty much just one big suburb. Hit the museums, see at least one play and experience the different neighborhoods of NYC. The trains from LI to the city are reasonable so there is no reason you can't go.





Living in LI will be cheaper than in NYC, but it still won't be cheap so be sure you have your finances in order.





Be sure you find a good forest and walk through it in Autumn. The fall leaves in the North East have amazingly beautiful colors and if you are going to be there you should see them!
first r u gonna work in the city?? if so move closer traffic is horrible and confusing if ur gonna study in long island might as well do it and are u gonna be in the ghetto? TIPS; be caareful theres a lot of crazy ppl in nyc and u never get rest its such a busy city and the weather is horrible MY OPINION come if you can handle
dontt do it. way too expensive to live here. i was born here and i cant wait to move out when i get married