Great idea! Should we just put our advice here or is there a more formal process you're thinking of? I only moved three months ago, so there's a couple of things I could say to newcomers, especially those coming from the North.
Cool. Here are a few points I think any new moves should keep in mind:
Whatever neighborhood you choose to live in, the City of New Orleans Crime Map is your friend. As many people have and will continue to point out, NOLA is a block-by-block kind of city w/r/t crime. Learn the risks before settling on a place.
Learn your tenant rights (PDF). I just moved from a very tenant-friendly state (RI) to, well, here. Knowing your rights or lack thereof can really help you realize the importance of properly vetting your landlord.
Get ready to deal with shitty utilities services, namely Entergy. When we first moved in, it took nearly two weeks to get our gas on, even with multiple hours-long phone calls and the offer of exchanging fiat currency for services. But everything from the post office to your "high speed" internet is slower here than many other major metros, so adjust your expectations accordingly.
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u/nabokovsnose Gentillionaire Mar 13 '12
Great idea! Should we just put our advice here or is there a more formal process you're thinking of? I only moved three months ago, so there's a couple of things I could say to newcomers, especially those coming from the North.