Frequently Asked Questions about New York City


How do I find cheap accommodation? 
Cheap accommodation is New York is almost an oxymoron but to help, try to rent outside the city centre. Luckier expats may be able to sublet an apartment. Also, shared accommodation is often cheaper than renting a studio to one's self. Here are a list of cheap apartment websites:

Cheap apartment listings: www.apartmentsource.com 

Do I need a car?
No, public transportation should suffice with a subway, buses and rail lines to the suburbs. Taxies are also widely used but expensive. Owning a car is often an unneeded hassle as parking is near impossible in many downtown neighbourhoods.
 
Are New Yorker's rude? Is this difficult for expats?
New York is huge with many cultures and people, many of whom are expats themselves. So making new friends wont be difficult. New Yorkers do have a reputation for being abrupt and curt however there is a consolidating pride in their resilience that comes along with it.
 
Is New York Safe?
Despite is reputation, New York is a safe place to live but has problems with crime like any enormous city. Largely, crime is indicative of the city area. Some places In the Bronx or Queens have poor communities and rough neighbourhoods that are not recommended for expat families to spend time in. These are avoidable and most places in the city are fine. One should be careful walking home alone at night or taking the subway after 11pm in certain

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