how much money did you guys need in your bank account?
How much money would someone need in their bank account when moving to NY? Assume to have already spent signing bonus.
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I can't be exact, but have you already signed a lease for an apartment and such? I moved to Philly (not NYC, but rough guide) and I needed around 5-6K. That got my apartment (1st,Last, Security), food, furniture, etc. Plus you are going to want some money because you are not going to get paid right away. Always have a nice cushion because the last thing you are going to want your first week on the job is to be sucking wind and starving.
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