If you had the money, would you raise your kids in NYC?

[Anonymous]

Assuming you have the money for a good life - a suitable apartment for your family, good schools, extra curriculars, vacation, etc.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Assuming you have the money for a good life - a suitable apartment for your family, good schools, extra curriculars, vacation, etc.

YES!!

[Anonymous]

No. I was raised in Paris, and prefer the suburbs.

[Anonymous]

No. Not a fan of New York City.

[Anonymous]

No.

[Anonymous]

Hell no

[Anonymous]

For all you no's, just curious: Why? The crime? The hustle? Having to walk everywhere and not just be able to jump in your car? The expense? All or none of the above?

[Anonymous]

Crime has gotten worse. No thanks

[Anonymous]

We are doing exactly that.

[Anonymous]

No. I would rather be in CA if I had money.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:For all you no's, just curious: Why? The crime? The hustle? Having to walk everywhere and not just be able to jump in your car? The expense? All or none of the above?

Parisian here. I really like the countryside, fresh air, nature. Seeing nothing but high-rise buildings and pavement are just depressing to me. But our jobs are very city-dependent, the best schools are usually in or near cities, and I do like having walkability to shops and restaurants... so a suburban home seems a good compromise. Right now we're near downtown Bethesda.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Assuming you have the money for a good life - a suitable apartment for your family, good schools, extra curriculars, vacation, etc.

Single yes. Best city in the world. Family? Not so much

[Anonymous]

Nope

[Anonymous]

We are and we love it. One kid, private school, big brownstone, and the city at our feet. Crazy expensive but worth it if you can swing it.

[Anonymous]

Hell to the no