24 things we wish we'd known before moving to New York City

There's a reason New York City is the most populous in America: It's full of great food, beautiful sights, and endless things to do.

But it's also a place of inflated prices, tiny apartments, and a less-than-perfect public-transportation system.

Take my word for it: Moving here is equal parts amazing and terrifying. So for anyone courageous (or foolish) enough to think about packing up and heading to the Big Apple, I asked my Business Insider colleagues to share what they wish they'd known before moving to New York.

Here's what you should know.

Is there anything we missed? Let us know in the comments.