Hey, I’m thinking of moving back to NY this summer. I’m 40 and want like five more years hanging out with friends before I can’t afford it. Do you think moving with 17K for moving costs and first / last months / security is enough? I have a remote job, net worth is around $300K. I’d don’t want anything insane, a one bedroom in BK, would be nice to live in Prospect Heights or Fort Greene. Do you think it’s doable?

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I moved to NYC when I was 40 and now I’m 55. Very glad I did.

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Sounds like a great plan to me.

But as someone who's also on the wrong side of 40, I have to ask. Are you sure you're doing this for the right reasons? Could it be a midlife crisis of sorts?

"They change their skies, but not their hearts, those who race across the sea" (or continent in this case)

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Oh well those do sound like solid reasons. L.A. can be a very lonely city. Wishing you the best.

I'm also a bit envious. I'm not in a position to move to NYC, not even sure I'd have it me even if I could. But it will always feel like the center of the whole world. Good luck!

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The rents are insane right now. But you should be ok!

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Well thought out. You will do well to enjoy life while you can. Good luck.

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Yea probably, though not sure where you’re moving from with regards to moving costs

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