Yes, we’re hanging out in my bathtub for this video (there was noise outside and the bathroom happened to be soundproof haha). I think it’s pretty cozy though! Friendly disclaimer: I would love for you to share your opinion on this video topic, of course, but please refrain from trying to poop on everyone’s party if that’s your only intention since it’s just not constructive :) We know it’s expensive here and that our rent is more than your mortgage. Also, my math in the budget section was… questionable… the whole thing is a guesstimate anyways, so plz go easy on me haha. Okay thanks I hope you enjoy the videooo!
People can use a calculator or chatgbt if they want to figure out their budget. It's your human, lived experience that's the draw of your videos! The value of seeing a real person making it happen in NYC is ineffable.
😮😮 omg! Lol, I don't care if there was a city that looked like heaven, I would not pay that amount for a one-bedroom or inefficiency😂 I guess it's just not my thing
I'm a lifelong New Yorker, and though I went straight from living with my parents to living with my partner, I agree with everything you said about NYC life. One tip I would give about moving here alone is to join some group activities to meet new people so you feel less alone - whether it's salsa dancing, rock climbing, improv, etc. :) It's hard to make lasting relationships just drinking at bars.
I lived alone for a few years in the Seattle area before I got married. I love my husband dearly, but I sometimes miss having my own space. Getting to do what you want when you want, keeping your space to your own style, I think everyone should experience it once in their life. It builds character!
LOVE the discussion regarding safety. People often forget it is a personal metric and that many of the "dangerous neighborhoods" aren't actually inherently super dangerous- how you carry yourself and how you take precautions can make a big difference. I am moving to my own big city soon, Toronto, and I have found your videos very comforting. Thank you for this channel, Chelsea.
In short it costs a lot of money to be alive. You have to work a lot to just survive and then if you’re lucky enough to have a really good job that pays a lot then you can truly live life the way its meant to be. You have to admit that its really sad that even if you do have a full time job, the odds of being able to live without roommates is really low and thats not just in NYC, but in any major city in the US. This stuff should really be taught in high school and college. No one really knows this stuff when they should be learning it and when it would be most beneficial to learn it.
so true, capitalism formation of the economy has made living and getting by so difficult! Let alone having dreams and wanting more than just “getting by”
I lived alone for two years in Berlin/Germany and everything you mention seems to be the same in those big cities. I was never afraid (I avoided the night life), but I felt lonely sometimes. Not to share my daily impressions at work and in the city made me sad some days. But the I took my bike, cruised around, had a coffee and watched people on the streets. I collected business cards of shops and restaurants, started scrappbooks and made my own city map (this was before iPads and Google maps😂)…one day I felt like I owned Berlin. This city was always good to me. After two years I moved back to my small hometown because of my job. But I remember those two years with pride, I wenn out of my comfort zone and I made it.
Ive lived alone most of my adult life and i wish i had more friends that dont have kiddos so we can explore and hang together. I definitely love living alone. It gives an element of peace. When i was younger i didnt mind roommates but essentially nothing compares to peace of mind and having your own space
I'm a guy in Sydney and can relate to all the expenses and the financial hole that you find yourself in living alone and almost everything you said about NY life , expenses, decisions, psychology relates to life in Sydney
This was very insightful AND well edited and shot! I am looking to move to New York soon and I really appreciate the messages here. I feel like a lot of the videos I watch are too tailored towards the creator's own experiences and beliefs about moving to NY. I love how you gave some examples from your experience; however, your experiences/examples you gave never took the forefront of whether or not you should live alone or not. There was always optimism and inclusivity for other people who may not have the same exp as you. Great video!
Your videos have been extremely helpful. I plan on leaving the army and starting over in NY. I grew up only 90 minutes from NYC and have family in the BX. Excited for this next chapter!
I’m 35 and lucky enough to have been able to separate from my partner and move out on my own in Brooklyn. I have in all honesty, enjoyed the experience. It’s a good enough balance of me to work my ass off but then enjoy the perks of living in NYC in my spare time. Never a dull moment
Why you only have 40K followers is beyond me. Your videos come across as honest, truthful, personal, insightful, kind, purposeful, and inspiring. Always look forward to your next vlog. Keep 'em coming Chelsea :)
Hey from Houston, I ❤. NYC!!! Couldn’t live there, but love to visit!!!! I can’t wait to see your new place! I hope things go smoothly as far as finding a place you love, and not too many surprises! Wishing you all the best, LM
I live in Melbourne Australia. I'm 45 and lived on my own since 2010 and have now bought my own 1 bedroom unit - though to afford this I had to move out about 40km from Melbourne CBD but I mostly WFH and my office is local. I will say though if you're someone who doesn't want kids and don't follow the traditional relationship escalator once you live on your own you'll never share with anyone ever again - I know I won't I LOVE solo living but yes it's expensive and great breakdown of the budget considerations but if you can afford it it's so worth it.
vivo solo hace mucho tiempo ,fue difícil ,sentía realmente solo ,pase por crisis fuertes ,con el tiempo lo fui asimilando ,y hoy por hoy disfruto del estar solo ,me gusta mi vida y le agradezco a DIOS este nuevo tiempo...desde chile con amor
I'm a Canadian 🇨🇦 and just find you so relatable and down to earth! No desire to move to NYC but super cool to see your journey! I've been considering starting my own YT from a Canadian view but kind of intimidated! Keep doing what you are doing!
i dont live in nyc, but I live alone in a midwestern city (MUCH more affordable than nyc lol, my rent for a 1bed is only $725) and especially as someone who is quite introverted and enjoys spending time alone, designing my home the exact way *i* want it to look, and knowing I can use my space however I want whenever I want is so deeply important to me. I know cost, safety, introversion/extroversion etc are concerns that vary from person to person, but I genuinely really think living alone in a metropolitan area is one of the most worthwhile experiences you can have If you can afford it. Especially as a woman, it’s so empowering to be out there doing your own thing independently. Frankly, there is SO much propaganda about how cities are *SO* dangerous for women and yes, obviously you need to be aware of where you are and be on alert, but the notion that cities are super dangerous all of the time is just bullshit (newsflash, statistically you’re much more likely to be victimized by a family member or Romantic partner than a random stranger on the street) and the pros VASTLY outweigh the cons. It really makes you realize how much you can do on your own and how you don’t have to just settle down, get married, and move to the suburbs if that isn’t what you want out of your life! If you’re a woman reading this and considering living alone, I can’t recommend it enough! thanks for your content Chelsea! I hope one day I can move to nyc but in the meantime I’ll continue living vicariously through you!
All the NY, NJ, MA and CA transplants (who destroyed their own states) are now moving to your midwestern city. Very soon, your $725/mo will be a distant memory....
Midwestern? Is it Chicago? I’ve been looking at Chicago, New York, and Boston specifically. I’m trying to visit all of them soon to see which city I like the most
@@henryjoshual1848 yep, absolutely true lol! rent prices have risen a crazy amount just in the 4 years that i've been living here, my previous apartment was only $600/month and my current place is a few hundred dollars less than what similar places are going for in my neighborhood. just going to make the most of it before my landlord realizes she could be charging more!
@@TheGreatWasian_ no, not chicago! however i am from the chicago area originally and people i know love it there! but chicago is definitely a lot more expensive than where i live but i would say it's definitely more affordable than nyc or boston (depending, of course, on what neighborhood you want to live in). you might also consider looking at cleveland! it's relatively affordable and i think it's a super cool city. plus being on the lake is a huge bonus!
Found your channel randomly the other day and have been binging it since! Love your content and your vibe. Do you have EDS? (Spotted you applying lotion/sunscreen to your back a couple of times - one of the benefits of joint hypermobility 😂)
I clicked on this thinking it was a bathroom remodelling video. Guess not. Instead it's a girl sitting in a bathtub talking about living in NYC. Who *IS* this Chelsea?! Now I'm in love. 😍
I wish I would have stepped back and did what you do in your kitchen. Just stop and take it in. Because one day you will find your lifelong partner and those days of being alone end. You make fantastic videos. I really enjoy watching them. ❤️
New York is not worth my mental health to be there. I’d never live in the shi t holes they offer for 4,000.00. There’s other cities to live in with better housing and living conditions. Don’t get me wrong I like NY but I want to live my way. We only get one chance at life. No dress rehearsal. I worked hard. I lived in IL, California, Florida and now Arizona. NY was only to visit for me. Good luck. Loads of people give up a lot to live there 💕 I’ve lived alone my whole life since 17. Now going to be 68. Got married at 29. Had two babies. Got divorced 14.5 years into it. Been living alone since. I’m proud of you. You will do great things
And this is an example of "to each their own" because my personal mental health is the best it has ever been living in this city! I absolutely love it & thrive by being here. I am not wealthy, nor do I need a huge & modern space. I have 1 roommate, but we have plenty of private space. I have lived in other various sized cities & suburbs & owned 3 homes. I prefer big city life, hands down! Edited to add: I totally agree, only 1 life, no dress rehearsal, so be where you can thrive!! Which is different depending on YOU:)
@@karalynne7616 exactly. We are a very colorful world. Not boring. I love big cities too but prefer just visiting. I follow many NY woman. I love watching them thrive. That’s the mom in me
I know you stated this but I’d just like to say, I’m living with my sister in NY we pay $1,575. Lmao it’s not worth it for us but I also don’t make a lot of money. This year I have made under $7,000 and I’m self employed so I have to take out taxes. But the way I save is I bought my phone and it was $300 from an online website, I have no health insurance, I bought my car in full $6,500, I have no subscription’s except Spotify duo ($6.50). They definitely need to pass laws so poor people can live. This shit is crazy
I totally feel you ... the moment when you cook something and acutally isn't a fail is such a great moment :) but anyway I would say too much milk - just saying :)
hi chelsea, i think this video covered most things that people would need to know about living in ny; i often watch videos of appartment tours and am horrified at the prices; but if someone working can earn 80,000 dollars a year; i guess thats how they do it: thanks for sharing your thoughtsx
Before you move into a place, PLEASE check the national sex offender registry. It’s free, available online, and shows you all offenders in the area and what they’re on the registry for. The last thing I’d want is for a woman alone to move next door to an offender and not know it. When you go out, text someone where you’re heading and who you are meeting there. Worst case scenario you go missing, if you live alone, who is going to notice you’re gone? Your employer? They won’t be as interested in finding you as a loved one, so make sure a trusted person knows your routine. Be very careful about who you tell about living alone. A lot of robberies and home invasions are inside jobs. If a nefarious person knows you live alone, you’re a target. For safety’s sake, just say you’re living with someone. A lot of people moving to the city are so eager to get boots on the ground that they fail to account for their safety, and get into trouble. Please be safe, everyone!
For a adult that's way over the top texting someone everytime you go out haha. Now if you have a stalker or crazy pestering ex then that's a different story! Obviously your not going to tell a stranger your address, simple common sense. But you can't live like a hermit being scared all the time, life is for living enjoying your time on the earth. And Manhattan (majority of it) is one of the safest areas in the world. I'm visiting NYC in September staying in Manhattan. I'm certainly going to enjoy it 🗽
Everyone should budget a savings/investment account. If you don’t, you will not see any savings at all. I lived 6 years in a studio apartment in Queens on my own, fabulous times. I paid $550 a month in 1991. 😂 those were the days. Then, I had enough to pay for an apartment further into Queens, because I saved and invested and purchased during a buyer’s market❤. Timing is everything, I was very lucky the market was on my side. Save up so you too can take advantage of the market when the time comes. The housing market will crash/adjust soon. Have your money ready.
You are becoming so professional in your videos. Really enjoyable watch and content. Love how you manage to make half of it very erotic. Planning to make more money is a good thing to do - study to take on a professional role where the general public are excluded from applying. A saving thing I would recommend is when you have a spare $500, buy shares, major companies with good dividends. Time is money so try not to take roles where you are always busy but broke. We are in a capitalist state and try not to be fodder. Anyway, you're doing great.
The minimum requirement of 40-times the rent is really keeping alot of hard working people from being able to afford a decent apartment in a good area. And that doesn't even include the fact that the rent increases every year make it even harder. I encourage people to get away from Manhattan and look in the southern Brooklyn area. You definitely get better apartments for the money. Your commute for the subway might be a bit longer but to me its worth it. I live alone, I'm too old to do the roommate thing. Basically its about being thrifty and changing your mindset.
Hi Chelsea! I’ve lived alone in L.A. for 8 years now. A lot of similarities with your experience in NYC-tough to find a good apartment, rents are crazy, etc. But I’ll never go back to sharing space. Thanks for your video!
Living alone (and having the means to) is such a privilege, regardless of whatever city/town you're in. I've lived alone since the age of 17 (early 1990s) with the exception of when I had roommates, lived with boyfriends, or when I was married. Living alone helps to build character - like you said, to know that you can provide for yourself - is something to be cherished. It helps you to learn about yourself through financial stress, loneliness, anxiety... Women really have only lived alone (with social acceptance) for not even 100 yrs, but if it's something your heart yearns for - do your research, prepare, and go for it! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and helping other young people navigate their way around their choices and decision making! I wish I had your TH-cam video to watch when I was first moving out on my own .... but we didn't have TH-cam in the 1990s!🤣
I moved to NYC in my early 20s, and now I’m in my 40s. I started with roommates and then lived alone. In my late 20s I put aside a percentage of my paycheck into a separate account that I ignored. Eventually that money grew to invest into a stock market portfolio. And when the real estate market was right I used that money for a down payment to buy my own place. Sold my first place and made over $100k, to then upgrade to a larger space. So my advice is to save and keep your eye on the market.
I'm German and have zero intention in moving to the US, I just find your content very interesting :-) It really puts my daily life into perspective when I compare my budget with someone living in NY
I live in rural prairie Canada and was absolutely riveted by this video! I have no desire to move away, but this was such a well organized and thought out video and it shed a light on a life that is so foreign to me, that I couldn't help but be captivated. Well done Chelsea for tackling such a complex topic in such an accessible way!
This was extremely helpful and realistic. I'm in my mid twenties and I related so much to your thoughts about the logistics of moving and paying attention to the details of how you feel in a new space. I definitely feel more inspired to make the leap I've been dreaming about for years.
I had to drop everything to see a notification of a new video from you. I love your videos sooo much! You bring so much realistic insights that I think anyone considering moving to nyc would much appreciate-me. Keep up the great content ❤❤❤
I live near London, UK. Av salary here in the UK is 27k per year which is around £1,800 per month (after tax). Flats in and around London are extremely expensive (ranging from £1000 to 2-3000 per month) plus cost of water, gas etc . Young people here rent rooms because no one can afford a place on their own
Moving alone to NYC this Oct to take on an assignment for two years and currently looking for an apartment so seems like we are in the same situation! Your videos have been very helpful to me. Thank you so much Chelsea for sharing your insights. Keep them coming!
If you don't mind a longer commute by subway I highly recommend to anyone moving here to look further away from the city. I moved here in July and I sacrificed having a 40min commute for a quiet, safe neighborhood, a very spacious apartment with free street parking at a reasonable rent price.
Im 23 and Just got accepted into nursing school🙏❤️. After 1 year of school I could move to NYC and a salary for the job I want is $80,000 - $90,000 . I know people make more but i think that salary could get me started in the city and smaller boroughs like brooklyn , astoria , queens and stuff like that .
As a native New Yorker that’s not enough for the majority of Queens and Brooklyn. Unless you want to live in a crap area of Queens and Brooklyn. You’ll need a roommate
What an incredible video Chelsea. It’s so conversational and well done. I would love to see you get some training and become a counsellor or therapist. Your manner, your advice, but mainly your own experiences would bring so much to something like that and can be a very good living. I enjoy your channel and your work. Good luck with the apt hunting!
@@ChelseaCallahan such a real and informative view of living in nyc alone… so much more real than many of the gals posting videos about living in nyc… I suspect it will open the eyes of many thinking of making the move. It also answers some questions for me about how any young people afford to live in nyc….. I’m a 62 year old Canadian woman. 😁
The problem is that people come here from out of town and they accept whatever garbage is thrown at them. They will pay anything just to live in NYC - instead of demanding quality for a reasonable price because agents know they can get the next person whose self esteem is so low that they will pay anything to just say they live in NYC. People who move here should become involved in affordable housng organizations that keep rents down and prices reasonable but we have two generations of people who just put up with what is offered them because they are just too busy or lazy or both to contribute to working class society which is the majority.
Thanks for the awesome video, Chelsea! Although I don't live in NYC, I live in a big city and agree with a lot of the things you've said. I'm currently living with a roommate, but I sometimes do want to live alone. I know I could do so if I invested more money, but at the same time, I feel like I would get lonely without company. We may not be best friends, but we still go out for brunch or activities sometimes. Some of my roommates in the past have become my best friends too. However, I know this will not last forever. I feel like it's okay to live with roommates and live alone at some point in your life. Both experiences are different and have pros and cons, but either way will definitely help you. Good luck with your apartment hunting!
Your videos are my comfort ❤😊I seriously relate to so much of what you go through. Anxiety, being alone, figuring life out….I suffer from all of that. Thank you for being such a beacon of hope for us that thought we were alone.
I'm watching this from a rural village in Hungary with about 650 residents. We live in a small house with 0.4 acre garden and I think the only thing about our lifestyle we have in common is that I too have a corporate job at a US based company. I find you videos so interesting and I'm glad I stumbled upon your channel. This is what I love about youtube, the tiny peek into someone else's life. Thank you:)💗
I’m a 37 year old and moved to a new to me city to live by myself that’s definitely not nyc. I don’t live in the best neighborhood but it’s the best one I’ve lived in I think. It’s nice to be on my own and structure my time and day as I see fit. It’s also really satisfying to be able to support myself financially, emotionally, whatever. I don’t think my life as it is would have been possible if I didn’t work so hard on my education and I gotta give a high five to my past self for taking that opportunity as far as I could go with it.
I still can’t believe you transferred from restaurant to corporate jobs. I wonder if I could do that but I don’t even know if I could see myself in a corporate environment. I don’t think I could afford living in NYC but it sounds amazing to be in that environment. Thanks for making these kinds of videos. It’s not as fun to think about these sorts of things but it’s important to think about.
I made this transition too. I was a server fall 2021 and now i have an office job at a bank, ive been here for 8ish months. I’m still not making a ton of money (still more than i made serving though) but its enough to have some left over to save. It’s definitely possible!!!
@@minitinybaby I didn’t know this was a thing. I don’t have server experience but I wonder how transferable my experience is. Thanks for sharing your story too and good luck
I like your videos fam... but seriously, I don't understand the hustle and bustle of people in the states... Yalls work life is simply too much for the peanuts you make and the accommodations are miserable.
Why not live in a less expensive area and buy an apartment there instead of renting? You could also rent your apartment to someone else for passive income, if you want to live in an expensive city/neighbourhood.
I live in San Francisco and it's pretty similar. I spend so much on food and transportation! However, there is a lot of help that the city offers for low income. I was able to live in an SRO which is a single room occupancy, and it sucks. But, I only paid 30% of my income. If you have the stomach to live with other people but save money in order to get your own place I would.
It can be done much cheaper, though. Or at least it could be 23 years ago when I moved to the UWS. I moved into a rent stabilized SRO building and I'm still paying the same rent I did when first getting my studio apartment - $1,011.00 a month. It includes all utilities. I wash my clothes in the sink and when I eat out, that means buying a Gyros and fries at a street kiosk. My WiFi/phone bill is about $34.00 a month. I scavenge and rebuild all of my computers. I don't own or even want a cell phone. I haven't watched television since moving here and don't miss it. I don't use Uber. I walk miles or take a bus. I suppose it just depends on what you feel is adequate to fill your needs and provide happiness.
Life in the city can be quite a struggle to make ends meet. That financial fact resonates with me. You're providing much needed info that is not readily available out there. This is good encouragement for others. Thank you for being so transparent.
Hi, Chelsea. I really like your videos, both your personality and the content. I was wondering what neighborhood in Queens you live in. My family is originally from Forest Hills.
I don't think its worth it. Fine for the experience for a couple of years if you've never lived in a big city before but unless you're earning $100k+ then pouring all that money away that doesn't set you up for the future. Living by yourself in a major city is REALLY expensive as everything land's on your own shoulders.
Never being able to get ahead with money hit me deep and I was someone who lived with roommates. I wish I could have experienced living alone in NYC but now that I've moved, it's even more impossible when I look at current rent prices. I've gotta live vicariously through you!
I’ve lived in NY (Brooklyn) most of my life but never alone. My family owns property and we all have our own space so sometimes it can be like living alone but when I want to be around people, I just go upstairs. It’s always so interesting seeing other people’s experiences in the same place and how interesting it is that every experience can be so different. I had no idea that rent was so expensive though. I definitely don’t think I could live in my own city alone and still have a life and that’s pretty crazy. You expense breakdown (minus the rent for me) is pretty accurate I’d say. Love your videos!
No I clicked on your channel and I'm a member of your channel a member of your community because I used to live in New York not because I'm thinking about getting a roommate I already have three roommates and they're my cats but I'm just saying that your audience is pretty mixed bag of candy. 🍬
Finding this as someone who lives in Dallas alone and I think some of this advice is SO RELEVANT and helpful even if NYC isn’t where you’re looking to live solo. The quiet/stillness/peace I experience living alone is precious to me but also know that for some folks that quiet/solitude is a huge turn off. It’s good to do those thought exercises of like, ok, I’m settled, it’s 8pm, I’m alone, how do I feel? Congrats on being able to provide this for yourself. I know I am so proud (and lucky and privileged) to be able to do this for myself and don’t take if for granted for a second!!
I live in Los Angeles and I have a similar experience. I adore NYC, but on teacher salary I would not survive, so I’m just a seasonal visitor. Even that is a privilege. Hope you find a new home soon!
Another great video! Thanks for sharing this. I'm currently debating on moving again AND relocating to a new area (NYC is on that list). Appreciate your realistic / insightful thoughts on it all. Can't wait to see how the apartment hunting goes!
I live en Mallorca and watching this. Here is really expensive for an average person too. I coud live alone, but I don't want to spend more than half of my earnings on rent. It's a no sense for me.
Hey! Newer subscriber. I think you’re selling yourself short on how wide your demographic truly is. I’m a mom of 5 in my 40’s. Never got to live alone. Good for you for doing it. That’s amazing. I think it’s so important for everyone to be able to take care of themselves. I’m fascinated with your content. Thanks for sharing!
Having to face bugs all by yourself. This really hit home for me. LOL. Lived alone for 5 years (loved it) and this was a thing! But living alone was awesome. I think everyone should do it if they have the chance.
Brilliant video, Chelsea! Very helpful and very interesting! It's always been my dream to live and work in NYC! (legally; I'm from the EU). But it might never happen. We'll see. (The West Village is beautiful!) ... Fantastic job! Greetings from the EU!
Yes, we’re hanging out in my bathtub for this video (there was noise outside and the bathroom happened to be soundproof haha). I think it’s pretty cozy though!
Friendly disclaimer: I would love for you to share your opinion on this video topic, of course, but please refrain from trying to poop on everyone’s party if that’s your only intention since it’s just not constructive :) We know it’s expensive here and that our rent is more than your mortgage. Also, my math in the budget section was… questionable… the whole thing is a guesstimate anyways, so plz go easy on me haha. Okay thanks I hope you enjoy the videooo!
People can use a calculator or chatgbt if they want to figure out their budget. It's your human, lived experience that's the draw of your videos! The value of seeing a real person making it happen in NYC is ineffable.
No matter how you budget, somehow you usually end up breaking even at best even if you make a good salary.
❤ your videos are PRICELESS! Thanks so much Chelsea
😮😮 omg! Lol, I don't care if there was a city that looked like heaven, I would not pay that amount for a one-bedroom or inefficiency😂 I guess it's just not my thing
I love your content.
I'm a lifelong New Yorker, and though I went straight from living with my parents to living with my partner, I agree with everything you said about NYC life. One tip I would give about moving here alone is to join some group activities to meet new people so you feel less alone - whether it's salsa dancing, rock climbing, improv, etc. :) It's hard to make lasting relationships just drinking at bars.
Love love love that advice!
I lived alone for a few years in the Seattle area before I got married. I love my husband dearly, but I sometimes miss having my own space. Getting to do what you want when you want, keeping your space to your own style, I think everyone should experience it once in their life. It builds character!
This is why I don’t want to ever marry haha.
LOVE the discussion regarding safety. People often forget it is a personal metric and that many of the "dangerous neighborhoods" aren't actually inherently super dangerous- how you carry yourself and how you take precautions can make a big difference. I am moving to my own big city soon, Toronto, and I have found your videos very comforting. Thank you for this channel, Chelsea.
watching this living in rural Canada w/ no intention to move but always enchanted by the prospect
In short it costs a lot of money to be alive. You have to work a lot to just survive and then if you’re lucky enough to have a really good job that pays a lot then you can truly live life the way its meant to be. You have to admit that its really sad that even if you do have a full time job, the odds of being able to live without roommates is really low and thats not just in NYC, but in any major city in the US. This stuff should really be taught in high school and college. No one really knows this stuff when they should be learning it and when it would be most beneficial to learn it.
so true, capitalism formation of the economy has made living and getting by so difficult! Let alone having dreams and wanting more than just “getting by”
I lived alone for two years in Berlin/Germany and everything you mention seems to be the same in those big cities. I was never afraid (I avoided the night life), but I felt lonely sometimes. Not to share my daily impressions at work and in the city made me sad some days. But the I took my bike, cruised around, had a coffee and watched people on the streets. I collected business cards of shops and restaurants, started scrappbooks and made my own city map (this was before iPads and Google maps😂)…one day I felt like I owned Berlin. This city was always good to me. After two years I moved back to my small hometown because of my job. But I remember those two years with pride, I wenn out of my comfort zone and I made it.
Ive lived alone most of my adult life and i wish i had more friends that dont have kiddos so we can explore and hang together. I definitely love living alone. It gives an element of peace. When i was younger i didnt mind roommates but essentially nothing compares to peace of mind and having your own space
I'm a guy in Sydney and can relate to all the expenses and the financial hole that you find yourself in living alone and almost everything you said about NY life , expenses, decisions, psychology relates to life in Sydney
This was very insightful AND well edited and shot! I am looking to move to New York soon and I really appreciate the messages here. I feel like a lot of the videos I watch are too tailored towards the creator's own experiences and beliefs about moving to NY. I love how you gave some examples from your experience; however, your experiences/examples you gave never took the forefront of whether or not you should live alone or not. There was always optimism and inclusivity for other people who may not have the same exp as you. Great video!
wow thanks so much for your kind words ❤️
Your videos have been extremely helpful. I plan on leaving the army and starting over in NY. I grew up only 90 minutes from NYC and have family in the BX. Excited for this next chapter!
Excited for you too!!
I’m 35 and lucky enough to have been able to separate from my partner and move out on my own in Brooklyn. I have in all honesty, enjoyed the experience. It’s a good enough balance of me to work my ass off but then enjoy the perks of living in NYC in my spare time. Never a dull moment
Why you only have 40K followers is beyond me. Your videos come across as honest, truthful, personal, insightful, kind, purposeful, and inspiring. Always look forward to your next vlog. Keep 'em coming Chelsea :)
Hey from Houston,
I ❤. NYC!!!
Couldn’t live there, but love to visit!!!!
I can’t wait to see your new place! I hope things go smoothly as far as finding a place you love, and not too many surprises!
Wishing you all the best,
LM
I live in Melbourne Australia. I'm 45 and lived on my own since 2010 and have now bought my own 1 bedroom unit - though to afford this I had to move out about 40km from Melbourne CBD but I mostly WFH and my office is local. I will say though if you're someone who doesn't want kids and don't follow the traditional relationship escalator once you live on your own you'll never share with anyone ever again - I know I won't I LOVE solo living but yes it's expensive and great breakdown of the budget considerations but if you can afford it it's so worth it.
vivo solo hace mucho tiempo ,fue difícil ,sentía realmente solo ,pase por crisis fuertes ,con el tiempo
lo fui asimilando ,y hoy por hoy disfruto del estar solo ,me gusta mi vida y le agradezco a DIOS este nuevo tiempo...desde chile con amor
I'm a Canadian 🇨🇦 and just find you so relatable and down to earth! No desire to move to NYC but super cool to see your journey! I've been considering starting my own YT from a Canadian view but kind of intimidated! Keep doing what you are doing!
As a fellow single woman in her 30's living alone in a city although in the UK i always identify with your videos.
Watching your videos from the UK is just making me want to move over desperately your life seems so cool
i dont live in nyc, but I live alone in a midwestern city (MUCH more affordable than nyc lol, my rent for a 1bed is only $725) and especially as someone who is quite introverted and enjoys spending time alone, designing my home the exact way *i* want it to look, and knowing I can use my space however I want whenever I want is so deeply important to me. I know cost, safety, introversion/extroversion etc are concerns that vary from person to person, but I genuinely really think living alone in a metropolitan area is one of the most worthwhile experiences you can have If you can afford it. Especially as a woman, it’s so empowering to be out there doing your own thing independently. Frankly, there is SO much propaganda about how cities are *SO* dangerous for women and yes, obviously you need to be aware of where you are and be on alert, but the notion that cities are super dangerous all of the time is just bullshit (newsflash, statistically you’re much more likely to be victimized by a family member or Romantic partner than a random stranger on the street) and the pros VASTLY outweigh the cons. It really makes you realize how much you can do on your own and how you don’t have to just settle down, get married, and move to the suburbs if that isn’t what you want out of your life! If you’re a woman reading this and considering living alone, I can’t recommend it enough!
thanks for your content Chelsea! I hope one day I can move to nyc but in the meantime I’ll continue living vicariously through you!
All the NY, NJ, MA and CA transplants (who destroyed their own states) are now moving to your midwestern city. Very soon, your $725/mo will be a distant memory....
Midwestern? Is it Chicago? I’ve been looking at Chicago, New York, and Boston specifically. I’m trying to visit all of them soon to see which city I like the most
@@henryjoshual1848 yep, absolutely true lol! rent prices have risen a crazy amount just in the 4 years that i've been living here, my previous apartment was only $600/month and my current place is a few hundred dollars less than what similar places are going for in my neighborhood. just going to make the most of it before my landlord realizes she could be charging more!
@@TheGreatWasian_ no, not chicago! however i am from the chicago area originally and people i know love it there! but chicago is definitely a lot more expensive than where i live but i would say it's definitely more affordable than nyc or boston (depending, of course, on what neighborhood you want to live in). you might also consider looking at cleveland! it's relatively affordable and i think it's a super cool city. plus being on the lake is a huge bonus!
Love that you mentioned marginalized groups😊 and the honesty ❤
Found your channel randomly the other day and have been binging it since! Love your content and your vibe. Do you have EDS? (Spotted you applying lotion/sunscreen to your back a couple of times - one of the benefits of joint hypermobility 😂)
I do not! I’m actually extremely stiff in every way except for that one shoulder hahaha
I clicked on this thinking it was a bathroom remodelling video. Guess not. Instead it's a girl sitting in a bathtub talking about living in NYC. Who *IS* this Chelsea?! Now I'm in love. 😍
Hi Chelsea! You are awesome. Thanks for sharing this valuable information
I wish I would have stepped back and did what you do in your kitchen. Just stop and take it in. Because one day you will find your lifelong partner and those days of being alone end. You make fantastic videos. I really enjoy watching them. ❤️
Loved this video!!! Gave me a lot to reflect on! Thank you for this!
New York is not worth my mental health to be there. I’d never live in the shi t holes they offer for 4,000.00. There’s other cities to live in with better housing and living conditions. Don’t get me wrong I like NY but I want to live my way. We only get one chance at life. No dress rehearsal. I worked hard. I lived in IL, California, Florida and now Arizona. NY was only to visit for me. Good luck. Loads of people give up a lot to live there 💕 I’ve lived alone my whole life since 17. Now going to be 68. Got married at 29. Had two babies. Got divorced 14.5 years into it. Been living alone since. I’m proud of you. You will do great things
You’re right.
And this is an example of "to each their own" because my personal mental health is the best it has ever been living in this city! I absolutely love it & thrive by being here. I am not wealthy, nor do I need a huge & modern space. I have 1 roommate, but we have plenty of private space. I have lived in other various sized cities & suburbs & owned 3 homes. I prefer big city life, hands down! Edited to add: I totally agree, only 1 life, no dress rehearsal, so be where you can thrive!! Which is different depending on YOU:)
@@karalynne7616 exactly. We are a very colorful world. Not boring. I love big cities too but prefer just visiting. I follow many NY woman. I love watching them thrive. That’s the mom in me
Love your videos Chelsea,i live alone myself in Stockholm Sweden,yes it,s also expensive,keep on smiling best wishes to you
I know you stated this but I’d just like to say, I’m living with my sister in NY we pay $1,575. Lmao it’s not worth it for us but I also don’t make a lot of money. This year I have made under $7,000 and I’m self employed so I have to take out taxes. But the way I save is I bought my phone and it was $300 from an online website, I have no health insurance, I bought my car in full $6,500, I have no subscription’s except Spotify duo ($6.50). They definitely need to pass laws so poor people can live. This shit is crazy
Love New York City fun memories growing up there
Luxury is basic needs!!! I’m trying to prepare to one day been able to live in NYC for a year
For me, it’s a YES! NYC suits ü well! ❤
Very informative
I totally feel you ... the moment when you cook something and acutally isn't a fail is such a great moment :) but anyway I would say too much milk - just saying :)
hi chelsea, i think this video covered most things that people would need to know about living in ny; i often watch videos of appartment tours and am horrified at the prices; but if someone working can earn 80,000 dollars a year; i guess thats how they do it: thanks for sharing your thoughtsx
Before you move into a place, PLEASE check the national sex offender registry. It’s free, available online, and shows you all offenders in the area and what they’re on the registry for. The last thing I’d want is for a woman alone to move next door to an offender and not know it.
When you go out, text someone where you’re heading and who you are meeting there. Worst case scenario you go missing, if you live alone, who is going to notice you’re gone? Your employer? They won’t be as interested in finding you as a loved one, so make sure a trusted person knows your routine.
Be very careful about who you tell about living alone. A lot of robberies and home invasions are inside jobs. If a nefarious person knows you live alone, you’re a target. For safety’s sake, just say you’re living with someone.
A lot of people moving to the city are so eager to get boots on the ground that they fail to account for their safety, and get into trouble. Please be safe, everyone!
All very solid advice! Thanks!
For a adult that's way over the top texting someone everytime you go out haha. Now if you have a stalker or crazy pestering ex then that's a different story!
Obviously your not going to tell a stranger your address, simple common sense. But you can't live like a hermit being scared all the time, life is for living enjoying your time on the earth.
And Manhattan (majority of it) is one of the safest areas in the world. I'm visiting NYC in September staying in Manhattan. I'm certainly going to enjoy it 🗽
I did this when I lived in NYC and I couldn’t find anywhere that wasn’t near a sect pest of some kind.
Everyone should budget a savings/investment account. If you don’t, you will not see any savings at all.
I lived 6 years in a studio apartment in Queens on my own, fabulous times. I paid $550 a month in 1991. 😂 those were the days. Then, I had enough to pay for an apartment further into Queens, because I saved and invested and purchased during a buyer’s market❤.
Timing is everything, I was very lucky the market was on my side. Save up so you too can take advantage of the market when the time comes. The housing market will crash/adjust soon. Have your money ready.
I want to move to NYC but the only thing I’m concerned about is the price 😅
You are becoming so professional in your videos. Really enjoyable watch and content. Love how you manage to make half of it very erotic. Planning to make more money is a good thing to do - study to take on a professional role where the general public are excluded from applying. A saving thing I would recommend is when you have a spare $500, buy shares, major companies with good dividends. Time is money so try not to take roles where you are always busy but broke. We are in a capitalist state and try not to be fodder. Anyway, you're doing great.
Absolutely! Sometimes that entertainment budget goes straight to savings depending on the month!
I’m a native New Yorker and it’s definitely not worth it
Are you moving soon? I thought I saw a video recently where you were not renewing your lease?
Yep I'm moving later in the fall!
hmm what was ur income during unemployment?
I can't even afford to live in New Yorks tent city , roommates, I would eventually end up in a fight with them, I'm that girl
I'm 28 and living in queens alone. I would say Chelsea is 100% right. It's great living alone but being financially stressed is another thing.
I have lived alone since 1999 and cannot imagine living with anyone again. My rules, my roof, my remote control!!🤣
I agree with Becky. My words exactly.
To be able to afford living alone is a privilege
I am a girl that lives in the uk but still am watching this 😂 it’s interesting to see what other people live like
SAME! London girl x
Same but from south America xd
I am bloke and I love it
Same here! 😊
Me too
The minimum requirement of 40-times the rent is really keeping alot of hard working people from being able to afford a decent apartment in a good area. And that doesn't even include the fact that the rent increases every year make it even harder. I encourage people to get away from Manhattan and look in the southern Brooklyn area. You definitely get better apartments for the money. Your commute for the subway might be a bit longer but to me its worth it. I live alone, I'm too old to do the roommate thing. Basically its about being thrifty and changing your mindset.
Totally agree. This is solid advice
Yea me too. I need my own space now it allows me to regroup and be raw without without worrying about bothering anyone
Hi Chelsea! I’ve lived alone in L.A. for 8 years now. A lot of similarities with your experience in NYC-tough to find a good apartment, rents are crazy, etc. But I’ll never go back to sharing space. Thanks for your video!
sharing.....space.....SUCKS !!!
Living alone (and having the means to) is such a privilege, regardless of whatever city/town you're in. I've lived alone since the age of 17 (early 1990s) with the exception of when I had roommates, lived with boyfriends, or when I was married. Living alone helps to build character - like you said, to know that you can provide for yourself - is something to be cherished. It helps you to learn about yourself through financial stress, loneliness, anxiety... Women really have only lived alone (with social acceptance) for not even 100 yrs, but if it's something your heart yearns for - do your research, prepare, and go for it! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and helping other young people navigate their way around their choices and decision making! I wish I had your TH-cam video to watch when I was first moving out on my own .... but we didn't have TH-cam in the 1990s!🤣
I love this comment❤
I moved to NYC in my early 20s, and now I’m in my 40s. I started with roommates and then lived alone. In my late 20s I put aside a percentage of my paycheck into a separate account that I ignored. Eventually that money grew to invest into a stock market portfolio. And when the real estate market was right I used that money for a down payment to buy my own place. Sold my first place and made over $100k, to then upgrade to a larger space. So my advice is to save and keep your eye on the market.
Where did you got lots of money to buy something? What you’re doing for living?
I'm German and have zero intention in moving to the US, I just find your content very interesting :-) It really puts my daily life into perspective when I compare my budget with someone living in NY
Genau das dachte ich mir auch. Auch wenn man es umrechnet (was natürlich nicht zu 100% akkurat ist) ist es immer noch super viel Geld in Euro😮
I live in rural prairie Canada and was absolutely riveted by this video! I have no desire to move away, but this was such a well organized and thought out video and it shed a light on a life that is so foreign to me, that I couldn't help but be captivated. Well done Chelsea for tackling such a complex topic in such an accessible way!
Wow thank you so much!
Totally agree! i live with my partner in SF, and this video does not pertain to me whatsoever, but somehow your video just completely drew me in!
I was born and lived in NYC my whole life. When I see something that's not expensive it's shocking for me and hard to believe
This! Same.
I've never had any interest in NYC, i'm just here for you Chelsea!!! Love you and your content!❤❤
You're so sweet haha
Living alone anywhere for even a short time is a critical part of personal self-growth and is worth the extra cost.
This was extremely helpful and realistic. I'm in my mid twenties and I related so much to your thoughts about the logistics of moving and paying attention to the details of how you feel in a new space. I definitely feel more inspired to make the leap I've been dreaming about for years.
I had to drop everything to see a notification of a new video from you. I love your videos sooo much! You bring so much realistic insights that I think anyone considering moving to nyc would much appreciate-me. Keep up the great content ❤❤❤
I'm watching this even though I have no plans moving to New York. I really just enjoy your content! 💙
You’re clearly leveling up and we are LOVING to see it Chelsea. Proud of you and super inspired ❤
I live near London, UK. Av salary here in the UK is 27k per year which is around £1,800 per month (after tax). Flats in and around London are extremely expensive (ranging from £1000 to 2-3000 per month) plus cost of water, gas etc . Young people here rent rooms because no one can afford a place on their own
Moving alone to NYC this Oct to take on an assignment for two years and currently looking for an apartment so seems like we are in the same situation! Your videos have been very helpful to me. Thank you so much Chelsea for sharing your insights. Keep them coming!
If you don't mind a longer commute by subway I highly recommend to anyone moving here to look further away from the city. I moved here in July and I sacrificed having a 40min commute for a quiet, safe neighborhood, a very spacious apartment with free street parking at a reasonable rent price.
Im 23 and Just got accepted into nursing school🙏❤️. After 1 year of school I could move to NYC and a salary for the job I want is $80,000 - $90,000 . I know people make more but i think that salary could get me started in the city and smaller boroughs like brooklyn , astoria , queens and stuff like that .
As a native New Yorker that’s not enough for the majority of Queens and Brooklyn. Unless you want to live in a crap area of Queens and Brooklyn. You’ll need a roommate
What an incredible video Chelsea. It’s so conversational and well done. I would love to see you get some training and become a counsellor or therapist. Your manner, your advice, but mainly your own experiences would bring so much to something like that and can be a very good living.
I enjoy your channel and your work. Good luck with the apt hunting!
Wow thank you Andrea!
@@ChelseaCallahan such a real and informative view of living in nyc alone… so much more real than many of the gals posting videos about living in nyc… I suspect it will open the eyes of many thinking of making the move. It also answers some questions for me about how any young people afford to live in nyc….. I’m a 62 year old Canadian woman. 😁
I second counselor or therapist, if that's something you would be interested in!
The problem is that people come here from out of town and they accept whatever garbage is thrown at them. They will pay anything just to live in NYC - instead of demanding quality for a reasonable price because agents know they can get the next person whose self esteem is so low that they will pay anything to just say they live in NYC. People who move here should become involved in affordable housng organizations that keep rents down and prices reasonable but we have two generations of people who just put up with what is offered them because they are just too busy or lazy or both to contribute to working class society which is the majority.
THIS!!! ^
Thanks for the awesome video, Chelsea! Although I don't live in NYC, I live in a big city and agree with a lot of the things you've said. I'm currently living with a roommate, but I sometimes do want to live alone. I know I could do so if I invested more money, but at the same time, I feel like I would get lonely without company. We may not be best friends, but we still go out for brunch or activities sometimes. Some of my roommates in the past have become my best friends too. However, I know this will not last forever. I feel like it's okay to live with roommates and live alone at some point in your life. Both experiences are different and have pros and cons, but either way will definitely help you. Good luck with your apartment hunting!
Your videos are my comfort ❤😊I seriously relate to so much of what you go through. Anxiety, being alone, figuring life out….I suffer from all of that. Thank you for being such a beacon of hope for us that thought we were alone.
"unemployment paid more than my salary" - That's funny and sad at the same time. It shows that my job is less valuable than no job at all.
It's such a messed up system :(
I'm watching this from a rural village in Hungary with about 650 residents. We live in a small house with 0.4 acre garden and I think the only thing about our lifestyle we have in common is that I too have a corporate job at a US based company. I find you videos so interesting and I'm glad I stumbled upon your channel. This is what I love about youtube, the tiny peek into someone else's life. Thank you:)💗
I’m a 37 year old and moved to a new to me city to live by myself that’s definitely not nyc. I don’t live in the best neighborhood but it’s the best one I’ve lived in I think. It’s nice to be on my own and structure my time and day as I see fit. It’s also really satisfying to be able to support myself financially, emotionally, whatever. I don’t think my life as it is would have been possible if I didn’t work so hard on my education and I gotta give a high five to my past self for taking that opportunity as far as I could go with it.
I still can’t believe you transferred from restaurant to corporate jobs. I wonder if I could do that but I don’t even know if I could see myself in a corporate environment. I don’t think I could afford living in NYC but it sounds amazing to be in that environment. Thanks for making these kinds of videos. It’s not as fun to think about these sorts of things but it’s important to think about.
I made this transition too. I was a server fall 2021 and now i have an office job at a bank, ive been here for 8ish months. I’m still not making a ton of money (still more than i made serving though) but its enough to have some left over to save. It’s definitely possible!!!
@@minitinybaby I didn’t know this was a thing. I don’t have server experience but I wonder how transferable my experience is. Thanks for sharing your story too and good luck
I’m 30 something, mother of two, married and living in Australia snd still watching this😆. NYC is so fascinating to me
I like your videos fam... but seriously, I don't understand the hustle and bustle of people in the states... Yalls work life is simply too much for the peanuts you make and the accommodations are miserable.
I understand this... it really is a lot!
Self defense tips: GET A TASER, NOT PEPPER SPRAY. It's louder and will scare them away. Pepper spray usually backfires. I got mine for $25 bucks
Why not live in a less expensive area and buy an apartment there instead of renting? You could also rent your apartment to someone else for passive income, if you want to live in an expensive city/neighbourhood.
Nahhhh I’m good. If it works for you tho that’s great :)
I live in San Francisco and it's pretty similar. I spend so much on food and transportation!
However, there is a lot of help that the city offers for low income. I was able to live in an SRO which is a single room occupancy, and it sucks. But, I only paid 30% of my income. If you have the stomach to live with other people but save money in order to get your own place I would.
It can be done much cheaper, though. Or at least it could be 23 years ago when I moved to the UWS. I moved into a rent stabilized SRO building and I'm still paying the same rent I did when first getting my studio apartment - $1,011.00 a month. It includes all utilities. I wash my clothes in the sink and when I eat out, that means buying a Gyros and fries at a street kiosk. My WiFi/phone bill is about $34.00 a month. I scavenge and rebuild all of my computers. I don't own or even want a cell phone. I haven't watched television since moving here and don't miss it. I don't use Uber. I walk miles or take a bus. I suppose it just depends on what you feel is adequate to fill your needs and provide happiness.
Nice!! Yes, it can definitely be done cheaper :)
Life in the city can be quite a struggle to make ends meet. That financial fact resonates with me. You're providing much needed info that is not readily available out there. This is good encouragement for others. Thank you for being so transparent.
Hi, Chelsea. I really like your videos, both your personality and the content. I was wondering what neighborhood in Queens you live in. My family is originally from Forest Hills.
5:15 is that the line to the checkout?! I’ve never seen this in a supermarket before! Honestly why would people live in NYC?
Tax rates in America are so much lower than Australia.
I don't think its worth it. Fine for the experience for a couple of years if you've never lived in a big city before but unless you're earning $100k+ then pouring all that money away that doesn't set you up for the future. Living by yourself in a major city is REALLY expensive as everything land's on your own shoulders.
I live in DT Los Angeles, in a studio alone. It was worth it to get my own space but I relate to the being in the hole all the time.
Never being able to get ahead with money hit me deep and I was someone who lived with roommates. I wish I could have experienced living alone in NYC but now that I've moved, it's even more impossible when I look at current rent prices. I've gotta live vicariously through you!
So many people live on the first floor with no window guards and no blinds. They'll learn eventually....
I’ve lived in NY (Brooklyn) most of my life but never alone. My family owns property and we all have our own space so sometimes it can be like living alone but when I want to be around people, I just go upstairs.
It’s always so interesting seeing other people’s experiences in the same place and how interesting it is that every experience can be so different. I had no idea that rent was so expensive though. I definitely don’t think I could live in my own city alone and still have a life and that’s pretty crazy.
You expense breakdown (minus the rent for me) is pretty accurate I’d say. Love your videos!
No I clicked on your channel and I'm a member of your channel a member of your community because I used to live in New York not because I'm thinking about getting a roommate I already have three roommates and they're my cats but I'm just saying that your audience is pretty mixed bag of candy. 🍬
Finding this as someone who lives in Dallas alone and I think some of this advice is SO RELEVANT and helpful even if NYC isn’t where you’re looking to live solo.
The quiet/stillness/peace I experience living alone is precious to me but also know that for some folks that quiet/solitude is a huge turn off. It’s good to do those thought exercises of like, ok, I’m settled, it’s 8pm, I’m alone, how do I feel? Congrats on being able to provide this for yourself. I know I am so proud (and lucky and privileged) to be able to do this for myself and don’t take if for granted for a second!!
As I guy that feels like he struggling at $80k after taxes I have no clue how minimum wage people live unless they live in queens or bk
I live in Los Angeles and I have a similar experience. I adore NYC, but on teacher salary I would not survive, so I’m just a seasonal visitor. Even that is a privilege. Hope you find a new home soon!
teachers deserve to make sooooo much more. This is infuriating. Much love to you ❤️
Another great video! Thanks for sharing this. I'm currently debating on moving again AND relocating to a new area (NYC is on that list). Appreciate your realistic / insightful thoughts on it all. Can't wait to see how the apartment hunting goes!
I live en Mallorca and watching this. Here is really expensive for an average person too. I coud live alone, but I don't want to spend more than half of my earnings on rent. It's a no sense for me.
Nope! I have no intention of moving to NYC but cannot stop watching NYC real estate/living videos 😅
I like your videos. I currently live in NC been thinking about moving to NYC I'm single with a dog.
Ps you should invest in a ebike .
Biking is so scary to me 😂 good idea though!
Hey! Newer subscriber. I think you’re selling yourself short on how wide your demographic truly is. I’m a mom of 5 in my 40’s. Never got to live alone. Good for you for doing it. That’s amazing. I think it’s so important for everyone to be able to take care of themselves. I’m fascinated with your content. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for being here! :)
I love how transparent you are! Thank you
Taxes you mentioned are only federal , you forgot state and local so it really is close to net 32% taken off gross
Having to face bugs all by yourself. This really hit home for me. LOL. Lived alone for 5 years (loved it) and this was a thing! But living alone was awesome. I think everyone should do it if they have the chance.
Brilliant video, Chelsea! Very helpful and very interesting! It's always been my dream to live and work in NYC! (legally; I'm from the EU). But it might never happen. We'll see. (The West Village is beautiful!) ... Fantastic job! Greetings from the EU!
I would give my left arm to live in the middle of mid-town, in an apartment with floor to ceiling windows. That would be peace for me.