Check out our list of the 15 things you should know before making your move. 1. It’s all about fall in New York state. Every season has its charms in New York state, but many residents would argue that fall is when the Empire State really shines.

Can a New Yorker move to a high tax state?

If you’re a New Yorker who spends half the year in Miami, you’ll have to do more than that to be considered a Floridian. Moving to an income tax-free haven like Florida, Nevada or Texas is a tempting prospect for residents in high-tax states such as New York, New Jersey and California.

When did New Yorkers migrate to the Great Plains?

This article originally appeared in the Summer 2008 issue of the New York Researcher and was authored by David McDonald CG®, who provides an overview of westward movement from New York throughout history.

What to take with you when you move to a new state?

When people move, the objects they hold dear will go with them. State income tax auditors want to know where you keep the things that are most valuable to you, including your family photos and your grandmother’s china set, Klein said. “Auditors expect to see moving bills,” he said.

While city living is endlessly exciting, it can be exhausting. For the sake of maintaining your sanity, escape to Long Island or Upstate New York periodically for some revitalizing R&R. Your frenetic life will be waiting for you when you get back, but take advantage of the opportunity to refresh. 9. There’s No Such Thing As Personal Space

How did you adjust to living in New York City?

We moved from a house twice the size of our NYC apartment that also had an attic, garage, and plenty of closets, so it’s been an adjustment learning to live in a smaller space. I did a LOT of purging before we moved – selling and donating furniture, clothes, etc., which helped – and have gotten creative with storage to maximize space.

When did we move to New York City?

We moved to NYC 3 months ago and plan on using it as a home base to explore the Northeast. We moved to five new cities the past five years, and NYC is so different from any other place we’ve lived. Never in my life did I imagine myself moving here. Sure, Jacob and I loved visiting.

How much does it cost to move to New York City?

Moving and Shipping Costs to New York City 1 Los Angeles – $695+ 2 Canada (Vancouver) – $1,505+ 3 UK ( London) – $1,155+ 4 Australia ( Sydney) – $2,735+ 5 Ireland (Dublin) – $1,293+ 6 New Zealand (Auckland) – $3,207+ 7 Hong Kong – $1,598+ 8 Dubai – $2,493+ 9 Singapore – $2,563+