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#RI-6a23c57e·6 months ago·
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making 50k in NYC is unsustainable

I'm struggling to afford rent and consider living in my car

What I wish I knew
"how to survive on a low income in NYC"
If I could tell you one thing
"be prepared for extreme financial struggles"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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