New York is decreasing the quality of life for it's residents.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

agreed!

@Africanbeautyy93

2 жыл бұрын

Literally!

@qjtvaddict

2 жыл бұрын

They care more about bums than residents

@bigdawgchai

2 жыл бұрын

@@qjtvaddict if by “bums” you mean homeless people then i’m pretty sure it’s the other way around…

@johje02

2 жыл бұрын

i ❤️ New York City. a wise man just recently told me that the only people that don’t like New York City are broke people. kinda fucked up to say that out loud, but i can’t say that it’s not true. 🤷🏾‍♂️

I lived in NYC for 62 years. I disliked it most of those years, but I had a career in the NYC subways and didn't want to commute. So when I retired I took 2 years to get back to normal and find a place to live, and left. I'm in a small town in the western part of NY state now. I bought a house cash and live debt free. Housing is reasonable here, I have a 3 bedroom, 3 bath unattached house with a garage and a half acre property. My closest neighbor is 200' from me. I live on a dead end street in a town that has everything I need close enough to walk to, and open space a 3 minute drive away. It's safe here, clean, quiet and most things are reasonable, except for food in stores. The cheaper things make that expense nothing. My pension allows me to live a normal life here, I don't watch pennies like I did in NYC. NYC is a good place to work, but not to retire. I'm glad I left, and I am not going back. I forgot to mention, that wherever you go, no matter what time of day, you can drive the speed limit because traffic is very light here.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I'm happy for you!

New York is definitely not the same anymore. I had moved to the Carolina and had to return to New York to help my mother. Planning my leave again. A city that put you in anxiety. And with all going on. Very toxic

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

NYC = anxiety !

@toriandonald7287

2 жыл бұрын

You are so right…this place is very toxic and half of its people…and it’s crazy that they don’t even know they being toxic

@KD-ro4iy

Жыл бұрын

@@toriandonald7287 right!! It’s like fish living their whole lives in polluted water..they don’t realize how bad their conditions are. I want to leave so badly

@bobbiebackandshebetta4475

Жыл бұрын

I agree I find it to be too toxic vibes for me… I think my spirit is growing tired of this area 🤷🏽‍♀️ time to leave !

@gayanngodfrey2824

Жыл бұрын

⁠@@toriandonald7287 very toxic people and place

I have a real issue with the lack of affordable housing in New York. I pay $700 per month for a brand new, 2,000 sq. ft., 4 bedroom home with spacious front and back yard areas, in Texas. To see people struggling to pay for a matchbox is heartbreaking. Furthermore, personal space trumps proximity to social activities, for me. Had I resided in New York, I wouldn't have been able to retire early at 41.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

yes exactly, you have to think about your future

@BoogsTV

2 жыл бұрын

If I could , I would leave tomorrow . Good for you

@dehjhunaeday5743

2 жыл бұрын

Wow I live in chicago and pay $1867 a month for a condo🤦🏽‍♀️ it's really nice but that's a damn nice house.

@florencia2771

2 жыл бұрын

May I ask, what part of Texas?

@cristinamalcolm8111

2 жыл бұрын

Since you live in Texas I’m thinking of moving any thoughts on the border towns like Mccallan?? Pharr?? Hidalgo county??

Live in Chicago. West Loop, South Loop, Hyde Park, Lincoln Park, etc. Life is so great here. Please don’t believe the media. Born and raised here. Chicago is a beautiful city.

I was born and raised in NYC (Staten Island) and lived in Lower Manhattan for the last 12 years. This city is freaking dead and lost all of its soul. de Blasio and the Governor have absolutely ruined the city. It is definitely not worth the premium to live here anymore. I am moving to Miami this week and not looking back.

@kenfern2259

2 жыл бұрын

honestly it the pricing, i feel like you cant survive without having 2 jobs.

@joshuajenkins1828

2 жыл бұрын

Right there with ya! Moving to Florida from Brooklyn this june

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Love Miami good luck!

@reneeholley9824

2 жыл бұрын

Just moves from nyc! Born and raised there! The pandemic did it for me I literally fled!!!

@theempruhstable3601

2 жыл бұрын

I was Born and Raised too from NYC (Staten Island also and Brooklyn) From the Pricing to the Uptick in Crime to the Pandemic to the Masking and the Pandemic really made me think of moving South. All my cousins Brother etc Moved from NY years ago and are in better situations that wouldn’t have been possible if they stayed in NYC. I just Moved to Tennessee (About 8 months or so now) and I like it WAY better than I thought. I honestly wish I would’ve left a Decade ago cause by now I would’ve owned some good property and my business would be on point. 🤷🏾‍♂️ I’ll take it regardless as ya gotta start from scratch anyways. 👍🏿

Many women with businesses are realizing how important it is to grow your own platform over chasing glamorized industries. I left the industry in LA to prosper myself too. We shouldn’t have to chose between the two but since we did ✌🏾

@brittanicunningham

Жыл бұрын

YESSS Same! Best decision for us!

You're so right. There's no reason to be stuck.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Hey girl!!! 😂❤️

Congrats!! I moved to Florida from Illinois, and while there are obvious drawbacks, peace of mind is worth more!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

yes! Peace of mine is top priority!

@Mr102185

Жыл бұрын

You could have got peace of mind in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Florida is wack lol Just good weather. Nothing else.

@AmberSantana-is3dq

2 ай бұрын

@@Mr102185who says just good weather 😂 corny beaches party that’s called fun

I left New York 10 years ago, best decision I ever made.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

YES!!!❤️

@Babiisicko

2 жыл бұрын

This year on Jan.23 will make 10 years for me , and I'm also moving I've HAD ENOUGH! I could write a book about this place

@bobbiebackandshebetta4475

Жыл бұрын

Good for you!!

@MediumCrystalMarie1130

Жыл бұрын

​@@BabiisickoI have only ever visited Long Island & I also went into the city. Being from Florida I've seen some crazy ass things, especially in the bigger cities, like Orlando, Tampa & Miami. So, I was wondering what in the world is the craziest thing you've ever seen in NY??

@toomanymarketers

2 ай бұрын

I was going to leave 10 years ago… should have done it. I’m desperate to leave now

She’s spot on .New York, was great in the ‘80s and ‘90s. I’m 43, and it used to be fun.Even in 2000 to ‘05, it was cool. After that it was a wrap

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha so true!!😂

@ikeski123

3 ай бұрын

Facts ..now it’s wack .

@BrooklynRival7718

3 ай бұрын

@@brittanicunningham thank u

@AmberSantana-is3dq

2 ай бұрын

@@ikeski123beyond wack it’s boring af

I was born and raised in Manhattan and I miss the NYC of old. Not this gentrified, over expensive, crime ridden, dirty city with a horrible Mayor like Diblasio. I do not for one minute , blame you for leaving the city. I will always miss MY NYC. Not this NYC now.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I feel the exact same🥺

@mjg239

Жыл бұрын

Hold up,,, wasn't NYC ALWAYS crime ridden? The 1970s and 1980s wasn't a joke in NYC nor were the '90s. Madonna lived in NYC and was held up at gunpoint got raped with a knife to her back before she became famous and that was the '70s. The NYPD murder of Michael Stewart in '80s which Keith Haring and Basquiat painted about (the "George Floyd"-like incident of its time). The "Central Park 5" scandal, Bernard Goetz subway vigilante, etc. etc. So what NYC are y'all talking about?

I'm leaving NY too, covid has destroyed the city & NY will never be the same. You can't tell the homeless nothing, u can't tell the rats nothing & I'm over it.🤷🏾‍♀️

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

hahaha yes get out asap!!😂

@lauraswihart4816

Жыл бұрын

Cuomo 👺

@IagainstI.

Жыл бұрын

The rats😂 you aren't lying though

@gayanngodfrey2824

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

I Want to move out of NYC so bad. I’ve been living here my whole life, I’m over it lol. 2 years ago I had the chance to move to Minneapolis and I decided not to take that offer🤦🏾‍♀️. Now I’m extremely motivated to leave this city

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Yassss girl!! 😄

@machomacho8332

Жыл бұрын

Facts no cap we can do it together lol 😩

@Mr102185

Жыл бұрын

Move to Chicago

@itsoutsideju4748

Жыл бұрын

@@Mr102185 to get shot 🔫!? Smh..

@Mr102185

Жыл бұрын

@@itsoutsideju4748 Nah. To make good money and live good.

I support you black queen. I completely understand your thoughts. Being from Louisiana, it is safe to say that home(wherever home is to you) can be a burden. Getting out of your hometown can be a release and I soon plan to start my own journey. NYC here we come lol

@CookWithStephh

9 ай бұрын

How do you guys like nyc now ?

Being a native New Yorker I seen New York City go through many changes. In the 70's Nyc was filthy and through out the 80's and 90's was cleaned up. Times Square was once full of porn theaters and prostitutes, disgusting. New York definitely has its ups and down but will always swings back up.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Great point! 👀

@izi.z2384

Жыл бұрын

Was that not part of its allure in the 70's though along with those Barbara Streisand, Al Pacino and Burt Reynolds movies and the like? lol

@AmberSantana-is3dq

2 ай бұрын

Ny is boring

Single guys and gals with no kids can do that, but I know folks with some kids and a spouse. And it's hard for them to leave NYC. Happy to hear you will able to leave NYC.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Understandable!

I agree with you! I’m 36 and have been living in NYC for 28 years and I’m moving on Wednesday. I refuse to get vaccinated so I can’t do anything so I’m leaving. Trust me, I completely understand where you’re coming from! Congratulations on your candle business!

@mg.5968

2 жыл бұрын

You should really just get vaccinated. There is no reason not too unless you have a medical or religious exemption. At this point millions have been vaccinated world wide. If there were serious and pervasive side effects we would have seen them by now. The side effects that have been observed (even the more concerning ones) are temporary. Additionally, this idea that potential side effects will show up 30 or 40 years down the road is not true either. Here's what we know about vaccines based on the vaccines that we've had for decades: If there are side effects they show up within the first 90 days. There is no vaccine of record that has people falling out 50 years down the line. Either the side effects happen immediately or they don't happen at all. This is what history tells us. Lastly, the technology and science behind MRNA vaccines has been out there for decades. What was "rushed" was the bureaucracy not the science. There is so much red tape with these types of things. It's amazing what can happen when the government removes the red tape.

@saratouzani1437

2 жыл бұрын

Bravo! Im 30 , living in morocco, refusing to get vaccinated, alot of pressure but thanks here they dont give a sh*t

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!💕✨

@Godzgift777

2 жыл бұрын

@Brother Baksh good on you! Wishing you all the best in your new journey

@Godzgift777

2 жыл бұрын

@@mg.5968 there is no reason to get this rubbish! You don't dictate what people do with their own bodies. Everyone has the right to make the best medical decision for themselves. My goodness, I'm glad he didn't take it and I'm glad I didn't take it either. There is no point. You still can get it and pass it to others and, you can still die. 🙄 TAKE IT BECAUSE MILLIONS HAVE TAKEN IT! NO THANK YOU!!!

Girl, I know I'm late af to this video, but it resonates so much! I'm in exactly the same place - 25, grew up near London, went to uni there, and had a great couple of years there afterwards. I always envisioned myself staying here. But now, prices have gone through the roof. It was always expensive, but now it's a different level, and it's just not worth it to me anymore.

I'm planning on leaving New York. Like you said the things you enjoyed are no longer available. The DMV area is my first choice because it has a balance of a city vibe and country.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

@cristinamalcolm8111

2 жыл бұрын

What is the dmv area yes I live under a rock I’ve been looking for a mix of city and country for a while

@alexandra4real360

Жыл бұрын

@@cristinamalcolm8111 DC/Maryland/Virginia area

This is a super interesting, well put together video and take on this topic. I’ve been considering moving to New York in the back of my mind for a while now, just because it’s New York and for the new experiences and that journey like you mentioned. I’ve been filling my brain with all the positives, but I know it’s just as important to take in the negatives as well. All things to consider. Thanks for this input! And congrats on having the courage to leave 😌

@destinyquiroz914

Жыл бұрын

Same same

@neox9369

9 ай бұрын

It’s not the 90’s or 2012 and under anymore

It's so funny how so many people that never been to NY have suggested over the years that I move there. I live in the suburbs of Philly and it seems to suit me fine. I have visited NY and even stayed a few times. Even though I am a big city guy, I can feel the extra pressure of so many more people when I am in NY. In Philly I don't see lines at clubs and restaurants of more than 5 minuetes, not so in NYC, lines everywhere. NY is great as a career booster for many occupations. For a dancer friend of mine NYC was almost mandatory. Many New Yorkers that now live down here have purchased their own home. They tell me that they would need like $1 million had they stayed up there to own an equivalent house. I would say that for me and most of us, NY is a nice place to visit but I never wanted to live there. Also I notice that there is some mention of how NYC was during Covid, my friends up there described it as pure lunacy. One of my friends sadly died despite taking precautions.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss :(

@13bcoffee

2 жыл бұрын

Just saw some stats on several cities population loss in 2020 covid year. NYC lost almost 400k, LA 300k, Chi 100k. Once we get 2021 losses and the picture looks really bad. Philly lost 24k. That possibly could be made back. In some places there were more deaths than births in 2020. I think that all of these cities will rebound.

I’m 26 and been living in NYC ALL my life. I am SICK and tired of living here It’s too expensive and I hate the COLD Been thinking HEAVY on moving to Houston TX. The only people i know there is my father and his wife I’m scared to make the decision but I think it will be best I would like to leave NYC in as little as 1-2 years ! Pray for me girl And so happy you made your move to FL ❤️

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I hate the cold too!! haha

@ksandranova

2 жыл бұрын

I'm from Houston and been living in NYC since 2011. Houston has been in the news a lot because of crime. However, that shouldn't deter you. I'm a creative here, but NOT being totally able to do what I came here for is making me reconsider everything. For instance, alllll of broadway castings require the snakebite and if you want to do film, same thing. Theatre is my shtick but it's just not worth it anymore. Houston still has a healthy arts scene,so that's an option. I'll always keep a place here, but sometimes you gotta step away.

@ksandranova

2 жыл бұрын

I'm from Houston and been living in NYC since 2011. Houston has been in the news a lot because of crime. However, that shouldn't deter you. I'm a creative here, but NOT being totally able to do what I came here for is making me reconsider everything. For instance, alllll of broadway castings require the snakebite and if you want to do film, same thing. Theatre is my shtick but it's just not worth it anymore. Houston still has a healthy arts scene,so that's an option. I'll always keep a place here, but sometimes you gotta step away.

@jasminearcher7241

2 жыл бұрын

Houston so boring don’t go

@michaelsix9684

8 ай бұрын

Houston is now gotten expensive, been here since 87, it's livable but you need a car, just went through hottest summer ever here, over 100 degrees for weeks with no rain, heavy traffic, crime is rising, better than NYC but it's not paradise

Awesome! Good for you. Enjoy your journey and wishing all the best in 2022 for your business. Cheers!😊

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!❤️

I'm running out of here too! aiming for winter /spring

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Yessss get outta here before the snow turns brown 😂😂😂

I would honestly say that the cramped up lifestyle in New York contributions to the problem of so many people up there with mental illness. Being from east Tennessee, I couldn't imagine living that way.

continue trusting yourself!!! love allll of this!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Yes to that! Sometimes if it feels right, the reward is worth the risk✨

this is so brave, congrats!! For me I feel like I really need to get out of my hometown. It's a pretty small town so moving to a bigger city would be good for me, I guess. I just kinda feel stuck and like you said if the things you did enjoy most about your home aren't doing it anymore you just have to get out. A fresh start can be so good!! best of luck for you your business...aaand yes, we definetely need a roomtour😻

@LeonnaJones

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I’m from a small city and I’ll be moving to the city next week (nyc). Super excited! If you’re from a small town, try it out 💓

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

YES! This is exactly how I feel.. NYC will always be there, it's not going anywhere. Might as well explore and try something new! Thank you for watching :)

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy NYC!!! ❤️❤️

Congrats Brittani!! Best of luck with everything!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Hey girl!!❤️❤️❤️

Living in Georgia for 6 months and now living in Rockland county ny for 4 years being Born and raise in nyc I tell you don’t matter how cheap the rent is in others place it no place in America like NYC the freedom you get in Nyc you can’t find no where else

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Which is why I will always love NYC! Just from afar haha

@AmberSantana-is3dq

2 ай бұрын

Their is no freedom in ny

@RealRamRamInThecut

2 ай бұрын

@@AmberSantana-is3dq lies what you think having a gun is freedom 😂😂😂

@AmberSantana-is3dq

2 ай бұрын

@@RealRamRamInThecut uhhhh duhhhh you’ll be asking yourself that question again when you find yourself in a jam good luck ciao

Bronx native here, moved upstate a few years ago best decision of my life, when I retire I’m out of NYS entirely.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Don't blame you at all!

@JustBree716

2 жыл бұрын

Western NY over here 🗣️✌️born and raised

@NYPATRIOTBX

2 жыл бұрын

@@JustBree716 awesome 👍🏼, what county ?

@JustBree716

2 жыл бұрын

@@NYPATRIOTBX Buffalo NY. Erie county. It's not the most fabulous city or anything but we have Niagara falls and Canada at least. Lol. Housing is reasonable but with the inflation we are hurting like the rest. We still try to get out and have a good time though. I would love to make a video on the pros and cons but I don't want you liberal nuts bringing y'all votes up here. We're already semi-liberal. Thankfully I've seen some let's go Brandon stickers. My neighbor has a trump flag. There was a vaccine mandate protest not too long ago, we don't have these crazy LGBTQ requirements in schools at least yet. These major cities are all run by liberal nuts and like Trump said they are ish holes. Trump 2024

@AmberSantana-is3dq

2 ай бұрын

Upstate is boring af

Great video & congrats! I was born and raised in NYC and finally left in 2016 to Florida. I don’t miss NYC and I still live in FL. NYC is not what it used to be.

I moved to NYC 7 years ago, and it was the BEST decision I ever made. I met the love of my life, a millionaire in fashion, and I work in media. I met so many interesting people and the nightlife is still so fun!

THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

& Thank you for watching🥺💕

Congratulations! New York City is overrated and it's just going downhill. I hope I too can leave one day and start fresh somewhere less expensive and restrictive. I pray you flourish in Florida!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

You can always start over anytime u want ;)💕

I left a few years ago too. I lived there for 26yrs but it had to be done. It's too expensive. Also I refuse to roommate.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I could never do roommates ever again 😂

You have to do what is good for you. Enjoy your new home !

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Don't we all! Thank you❤️

Thank you for posting this video!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

& thank you for watching!!😄

congrats! smart girl! you did the right thing! Happiness is everything

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

It really is! :)

I love your video! All i can day is that you are very smart, beautiful, young and you should feel proud of yourself. Keep growing on all levels and keep that beautiful smile rolling. 😊🙏💜

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Wow you just made my entire day ty!!😄💕

Zombie Apocalypse...that comment is hilarious!!! I totally agree with. I'm trying to get out of NY myself.

Thanks for sharing this! I’m thinking about leaving NYC as well because job opportunities are limited here as a recent college grad, and with all these restrictions, I’m fearful of NYC’s future

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Omg yess!! Don't be afraid of opportunities outside of NYC, you never know what could happen - you could land your DREAM job! All you gotta do is be open to the possibilities. Thank you for watching :)

Great decision!! Your young and beautiful and smart!!! KUDOS AND BRAVO!!!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

THANK U!!😄❤️

Your not the only one sis. Give or take 3 years, I'm out of good ole NYC trust me.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha yesss!

I don't blame you! 🌼🌼

If I move out of NY, It will be to another country either Italy or South korea. Yeah, Those are some wild choices but it's really beautiful in those places and low crime rate. The whole United states has gone mad. No matter what state you go. Violence and crime. Guns all over the place its just been out of control here.

@19inkorrect91

2 жыл бұрын

South Korea? Are you mad? You could choose thousands of other destinations and your choose Korea.

@jessygarci

2 жыл бұрын

@@19inkorrect91 You really must be a little dense. You do know that North and South korea are two completely different sides of The spectrum? I know two friends that studied there and one who moved there because of her fiance. And it's actually beautiful and it's almost, if not just as exciting and up and coming as NYC or miami. They have night life, beautiful beaches, You see lots of Americans, Europeans, etc, Maybe look up "Seoul, South korea" and "Busan, South korea" And you will be shocked how lively and how different it is from North korea. Which is extremely divided and like living in another planet thanks to their leader who chooses to control them just like Cuba . Next time try not being so enclosed or prejudice to places and different people.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Italy is gorgeous!! Good luck sweet pea :)

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Lol they are troll😂 Go ahead and live your best life love!!💕

@jessygarci

2 жыл бұрын

@@brittanicunningham Thank you!! Italy really is beautiful. You as well hun!❤🤗

Good for you leaving this hellhole! Congrats and much success to you in Sunny Florida

@neox9369

9 ай бұрын

Yet many are fleeing FL, the place is a mess in its own right too.

Really interesting. Makes a lot of sense. I've been wanting to move to NYC for a while. I love the history built into the stone, and I love how you get to be surrounded by people constantly. My hope has been to buy a house where I'm at now and rent it out so I can potentially afford a little more space in the city. You mentioned praying about your decision. What faith are you? What was the religious experience like for you in New York?

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I am christian! I do miss my home church in NYC, but I am able to watch them online now :)

@qjtvaddict

2 жыл бұрын

You nuts?

@destinyquiroz914

Жыл бұрын

@@qjtvaddict ??

I’m planning on leaving as well , there’s no peace here and I realized I’m not having fun at all and everything is so expensive now

@brittanicunningham

Жыл бұрын

That's how I felt too lol I'll make a update video soon!

I left Nyc last month. I am soooo happy 😃

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

congrats!! Where did u end up going?

I left New York on a whim 3 years ago and I was able to buy a house for my family to move out of New York as well.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

yay!

I'm leaving lol...I felt this video so muchhhh. I've been here 8 years and after I finish graduate school, I'm out as well. This is my last year.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

It's time for better things!!😄✨

Thank you for this video, right video at the right time 💯

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I’m doing the happy dance. Thank you!☀️

Flawless makeup wow 🤩

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

That's amazing you made the change you've always wanted! I'm from the other end, I've lived in SoFlo my whole life, now debating if I want to go to NY for grad school but I'd have to spend on tuition and living costs, it would zap all my savings in 2 years; I want to go to NY but if it means being poor and unable to experience anything then :') I pray you find success no matter where you are!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!😄 try it out & test the waters! Good luck!

@CookWithStephh

9 ай бұрын

Where did you move to ? I’m in Florida as well thinking about going north

Love the video. Good luck to you!

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

If your take home pay is less than $5000 per month, you will not be able to afford NY unless you are living in a dilapidated apartment in a dangerous neighborhood or you have five roommates. People who were lucky enough to buy a co op, a condo or a house several years ago can probably exist somewhat comfortably if their job is secure. A married couple with good jobs can also squeak by but a single person whose pay is not high- steer clear of New York unless you are certain that your career trajectory will place you in a high income bracket.

Congrats girl!! So do you still work in film or have you changed career paths

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Good question! For now, I have decided to take a leap of faith and go full time with my candle business (litcitycandles) 🥺❤️

I love Atlanta over NY it’s affordable and the people are nice and great jobs it’s a hustle and bustle city only thing is traffic but other than that I choose Atl over Ny any day

I'm out of NY next month boo congratulations 🎉 it's so dark and draining.

Your not alone I have 2 bed 2bath balcony parking spot for 1200, I eat healthier because I cook more, made new friends. I have a car and my insurance is $140. I live an hour & 30 mins from NY. If I really miss ny or want to have fun I drive down. I’m so happy I left just the mindset alone is different. Your not alone . PS YOU CAN MAKE NY MONEY OUTSIDE OF NY

I left NYC and moved back to South Florida too! I was there to break into film while in acting school there.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Twins!! Haha 😉😌

I think alot of ppl fall for the overt romanticization of NYC which is totally the opposite of what its really like. Unless you are making good money or have rich parents you have to ask yourself why are you there taking up space? Or if you are there what are you doing to contribute to make NYC better? You move to NYC and spend every dollar you have just to go to events and places that ppl don't even want you to be at. Sounds fun lol

Left New York 22 years ago and I’m so glad I did. I’ve moved to the south and every time I go back to visit, I realize how much I hate it. Too many people. The traffic is ridiculous. The roads will ruin your car. The rent is too high. Car insurance is too high. Homes are too expensive. People will hit your car. It takes an act of congress to find a parking spot. The fact that you have to move your car to the opposite side of the street is ridiculous to me.

@brittanicunningham

Жыл бұрын

I feel that!

Thank you for your video was very helpful me and my family are thinking about moving out of New York City as well

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I think it's time 😉

im moving to another city next month and I would love to know your moving process,

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Don't worry, I gotchu!! Moving can be stressful but I was able to do it on a budget, video on that coming soon ;)

🥳 congrats I wanna move from Texas so bad but for some reason it scares the hell out of me.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

don't be scared!

@joyceg7859

2 жыл бұрын

Why do you want to move from Texas ??

I am also thinking of leaving NYC for Florida, Texas, Mexico or the Philippines.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

omg Mexico!!😍

New York has changed. You also have changed. Nothing stays the same, and time to move on the next stage of your life. I lived there in the 90's. Still affordable and much more fun.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

What a time! Yes very true, change is good 😄

I lived in this crap of a city for way too long, I'm moving to Atlanta hopefully soon, it's pretty messed up that Compton California is less dirty than manhattan

I didn't even get through the intro and you already hit the nail on the head. It just doesn't make sense to live here anymore...you should put that on a t-shirt lol

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I should!!😂 NYC is for fun or networking not for living 😩

@mytwosense5223

2 жыл бұрын

@@brittanicunningham exactly

0:16 How and where did you get your POSE season 2/3 backpack? Were you part of the crew? I'm so curious:) Edit: 3:16 Never mind, I watched the video and you answered my question. I still think it's dope they gave you guys North Face bags.

@brittanicunningham

Жыл бұрын

Yup! I worked on the last season :)

i’ve lived in nyc ever since I was born i’m 17 in 2 months and i’m planning on going to college out of state because I can’t deal with this place for 5 more years hell I can’t deal with this place for even 1 week anymore

@vvitchuntt2983

Жыл бұрын

i’m 20 and moved out from new york it’s a shit show

@madjoabutterfly

Жыл бұрын

Go for it, get out, leave I also left NYC to go to college, in Virginia - UVA, then grad school in DC, best decision!!

Welcome 😁

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

thank u 😉

When I visited NYC , I had a wish to leave it several days ..

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 was it the smell?

@richgordon997

2 жыл бұрын

@@brittanicunningham Everything... City ,people , infrustructure

Congratulations! Even though things have definitely changed, I still love NY. I cannot do Florida all year long. Like you said, so hot. I spent summers with my aunt and I was hot and sweaty the whole time. NY is humid during the summer but not like FL. I am fortunate that I have been in the same 2 bedroom apartment in a private home for more then a decade so my rent is super cheap and all utilities are included. My rent is significantly cheaper than a mortgage would be if I moved to a coop or condo. You were smart to move. Even in my neighborhood which is not the best, a one bedroom is $1,800! Before the pandemic they were $300-400 less! I know if I leave my apartment and start with a new landlord I will be paying so much more and I will be living in a studio or a one bedroom apartment. I would definitely leave NY too! I work from home now and prior to the pandemic so I can move anywhere- I just need the internet.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

It is hot af!! haha But I'm enjoying it so far :)

I left in June for the same exact reason.

I was thinking of visiting there but I'm still not sure.

I’m thinking about Delaware like I wanna be close to Nyc but they bugging out for sure getting bad

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

If I were you, I would for sure visit Delaware and give it a shot! You never know what could happen, you could fall in love with it! NYC isn't going anywhere 💕

Im 19 i wanna leave it too 😢 im scared i might not be able to afford it when i get out my parents house

I’ve always wanted to live in London and watching ur videos made me realize I can kill 2 birds with 1 stone and go to London for film school! Congratulations on ur move and thanks to ur videos I finally put feel I can do it

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Omg GUUURRLL you better do it!! I promise you it'll be the best decision you'll ever make. I studied in Paris for a year and it was the most AMAZING time of my life (i still have some videos on my channel about it if you're curious ;)

Good for you!! I can't wait to leave NYC!!! To the suburbs and no more 5 boroughs. lol

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha me too!!

2 Questions. 1) In Florida do you still work in the film industry? 2) How is the dating in south Florida compared to NYC?

Nobody ever thinks of moving to Staten Island! Lived here 50 years. Rents are more affordable than Manhattan or Queens. Bur rhere is a big commute to Manhattan.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

The bridge I think is why 🙃

I'm actually thinking of moving to NY 😂.... my dad is there and says I can stay with him. I'm currently in FL (born in queens, raised in Fl) and I just have never been attached... maybe because i grew up here, and I'm over it? I miss the city, but I would never live there. That's a sure fire way of ending up hating NY. There are so many other interesting parts of NY. Anyways, I don't even recommend Fl. The prices are skyrocketing very quickly, it's ridiculous. Fl can be pretty in some areas, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows everywhere. You have to have money here to enjoy life as well! I was living alone, and my rent tripled in 5yrs. The only pro I can say is that yes, it is a lot more quiet, and the winters are more tolerable. We have wet winters though, so it's still icy at times. Idk y'all.. I heard housten was nice, and it has a great art scene. My ult goal is to end up in SKorea... I'm an artist, and Fl has small opportunities for artists. You really have to work hard as a creator here..any thoughts are appreciated 🙏

Everybody leaving newyork I keep seeing post about it.

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! The Panini got us looking at NYC differently fr fr

@dehjhunaeday5743

2 жыл бұрын

@@brittanicunningham the panini🤦🏽‍♀️

@dehjhunaeday5743

2 жыл бұрын

@@brittanicunningham I'm from chicago so I dont really know what's going on out there, someone said something about NYC is about to be under water......

@dehjhunaeday5743

2 жыл бұрын

@@brittanicunningham here in chicago they're trying force us to take the shot and now they're talking about a 4th one my job is saying take a test every week if were not getting it and some places arent letting people in.

I think everyone or extroverts should live in ny for a time period in their lives. It works out for some people long term but it isn’t for everyone. Fl is expensive. I live in Fl. I’m moving to nc to get my life together and start over but I have ideas to move. I don’t think I can do that long term. I’m a city girl at heart

You do an awesome job editing your videos

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

omg thank u! it's so time consuming so I really appreciate that!

I’ve lived here my whole life currently in the process of leaving . I HATE the city now it’s funny I’m also going to Florida 😂

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Ayyeee!! What part?

@DonnieVision723

2 жыл бұрын

@@brittanicunningham Jacksonville for now but I’m planning on heading to Tampa or Orlando

I'm in filmmaking but, I wanted to move to new York originally. I have an associate's degree in media production. I moved from Illinois to Nebraska. For the same reasons. Cheaper rent and to get away from crime,etc. I love Nebraska but, opportunities for the media sucks here. I really want to go after working in television. I'm not interested in Florida. I make friends pretty quickly. I'm an outdoor person. I love public events and going out. Right now I'm so miserable. Really the United States is making me crazy in general , with its politics,etc. If I'm truly honest. To be honest with you the UK'S is setting on my heart more than anything else in the world. If I'm not living in New York city, Florida or LA , I wouldn't know anything else to go. I do love California. It's beautiful there but, the earth quakes is what keeps me from California. I'm really skeptical when it comes to los Angeles. I love visiting there. I think I would be happier moving aboard. I'm just not sure if it's the right decision. I'm just feeling so trapped. I will be 37 years old this month. I'm going crazy. I want to be adventurous. I don't have any kids or anything. No responsibilities!! It's just me by myself. If I found a way to move abroad, I would miss all my friends, my mom and sister but, I'm just not happy here either. I don't know what to do.

What’s the best parts of Florida to look into?

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

If you're moving from a major city like me then you can go two different directions... 1. stick to what you know and live close to Miami area so that it's not that BIG of an adjustment OR 2. move towards central FL for a more suburb lifestyle. I choose Fort Lauderdale because my family is here though. Hope that helped :)

@Yemaya888

2 жыл бұрын

Jacksonville!

@olganichita3897

2 жыл бұрын

Tampa and st pete are truly amazing! Best kept secret, its a nice mix of urban and laid back.

@joshuajenkins1828

2 жыл бұрын

Jacksonville is where Im going!!

I live in Florida I love it

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

Same here haha :)

My home state Florida and I'm in NYC going on five years 😊❤

Bush wick is in Brooklyn

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

It is yes.

did you leave the film industry? can you make a video about your experience working in it?

Glad I moved to New Jersey. It’s so crowded in nyc as well the amount of mice I encountered when Irving in my grandmothers house was insane. Also the apartment I lived in it was infested with tobacco and it was disgusting.

@CookWithStephh

9 ай бұрын

I’m looking into New Jersey I’m from Miami. How do you like it now? Is it safer than nyc ? And cheaper ?

Just wondering if you ended up moving and do you regret it now that the pan. Is over?

My only issue is you telling others they should also leave. Different strokes for different folks. If someone else loves NYC, good for them.

You tried housing connect?

Which city in Florida did you move to?

@brittanicunningham

2 жыл бұрын

I moved to Fort Lauderdale!

@marialenamontijo8279

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! I want to leave NYC next year