Moving to NYC in 2026? What to ACTUALLY expect.

If you're an average person looking to move to New York City in 2026, this is for you!! No gatekeeping here... I'll be giving you all the advice and tips I've learned through the last (almost) 10 years of living here while also sharing some stories along the way. Please learn from my mistakes 😂 I share the current state of the city, what to look out for in 2026, how to engage with your community, tons about the rental market, supporting local businesses and getting real about loneliness. You don't have to trust me, but maybe there's at least one thing in this video you didn't know before. Much love xx

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*timestamps*
0:00 introduction
1:28 my first week in NYC
2:47 tips on getting a job here
5:17 finding a sublet…storytime
9:27 full apartment rental guide ✨
15:36 my thoughts on crime & safety
17:35 get involved with the community
20:13 affordability
21:54 saving money tips & resources
24:11 meltdowns, loneliness & pushing thru

*sources & links 🔗*
toastmasters: https://www.toastmasters.org/
open igloo: https://www.openigloo.com/
fare act:
https://streeteasy.com/blog/fare-act-...
https://streeteasy.com/blog/what-to-l...
9 housing laws you should know: https://www.openigloo.com/blogs/9-hou...
2026 rental market predictions: https://streeteasy.com/blog/2026-nyc-...
safety report: https://www.nyc.gov/site/nypd/news/PR...
voting: https://www.vote.nyc/
public library culture pass: https://www.nypl.org/blog/2018/07/16/...

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