What is it like living in New York from the UK

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juliebevanNew member16 June 2011 12:33:38

My husband and I are moving from the UK next year to NY with his work. Im looking forward to starting a new life but am nervous.

I would like to hear from expats who have made the move i will be making, to know whether they have any advice, what is it like finding a job, what is the cost of living like compared to the UK, where would you say are family orientated areas in NY as we have a 3 year old daughter. I have printed the booklet which helps with formalities but its peoples stories/opinions i am after.

Thank you!

Julie

DougDougDougNew member20 July 2011 21:58:28

Hi Julie,

I would recommend finding a job before you move unless you can support yourself for a while (months).

What field would you be working in? Finance/banking? I.T.?
Job market in NYC is ok for the right skills.

I live on Long Island which is great for families but terribly expensive compared to some parts of UK.
You can expect $2000 to $3000 a month for rent plus utilities in Nassau county for a single family home.

If you are planning to send your 3yr old to decent school I would avoid manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx public schools. Nassau, westchester and Suffolk have mostly great schools.

Hope that helps

juliebevanNew member21 July 2011 12:15:37

Hi,

Thank you for your reply. Ok i will have to see what I can do when i know a definate date regarding a job. I am a legal secretary so i hope that i can find something easily.

Thank you for your comments regarding schools and areas. It has helped.

emilywarrenMember29 July 2011 08:23:28

Hy Julie, you'll definitely find a job, and your advantage is that you're native language is English, even if is not the same as US English. Good luck in finding a good job.

juliebevanNew member01 August 2011 15:03:54

Thank you!!

nimfa.tanActive member09 September 2011 12:23:53

Don't worry Julie you'll be fine. Also, living in NY is cheaper, well, compared to London that is. Welcome to NY & good luck!

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