On the contrary to what you ve heard, there is a huge startup network in NYC. You ll have the support you seek when you need it. Everything else is just expensive.
Most of the questions you asked have been answered already. So I ll give you some pointers about the housing question.
The average "decent" studio apartment in Manhattan will cost you anything from $1000 - $3000. It might be a little lesser if you get a bigger place and share. Living costs are very high, but the fact that you could go shopping for groceries across the street at 3am makes up for it.
Here's a starting point : <$2000 downtown Manhattan. You'll get much more if you're willing to extend to Brooklyn/Queens, or spend a little more (or go for a share).
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On the contrary to what you ve heard, there is a huge startup network in NYC. You ll have the support you seek when you need it. Everything else is just expensive.
Most of the questions you asked have been answered already. So I ll give you some pointers about the housing question.
1. Craigslist. - http://newyork.craigslist.org/ 2. Padmapper - http://www.padmapper.com - maps all the apartments on craigslist. 3. http://www.nybits.com - for apartment listings from building managers.
The average "decent" studio apartment in Manhattan will cost you anything from $1000 - $3000. It might be a little lesser if you get a bigger place and share. Living costs are very high, but the fact that you could go shopping for groceries across the street at 3am makes up for it.
Here's a starting point : <$2000 downtown Manhattan. You'll get much more if you're willing to extend to Brooklyn/Queens, or spend a little more (or go for a share).
http://streeteasy.com/nyc/rentals/downtown-manhattan/rental_...