The population density in Bergen alone is a pretty good indicator of how popular the area has become. With almost 4,000 people per square mile, Bergen is the most populous county in New Jersey. Fortunately, there are more than a dozen county parks and two large state parks where residents can escape from the crowds and enjoy lakes, trails, mountains and rivers in the area. Blue laws that keep everything but grocery stores closed on Sunday also contribute to less traffic and more peace and quiet at least one day of the week. more…

As a result, the economy is very strong and diverse. For example, rather than capitalizing on one industry like many other states, New Jersey is home to printing, electronic, health care, retail, service, food processing, fishing, shipping, and agricultural industries. The state economy produces more than $400 billion every year. The average per capita income is also well above the national average.

Bergen is also one of the wealthiest counties in the nation. With a median household income of $65,241 dollars, Bergen residents often enjoy a high standard of living. Family incomes average even higher at about $76,000. Unfortunately, there is also a price for living in such a beautiful and affluent community. more…

Unfortunately, the cost of living in New Jersey probably requires a good portion of those larger salaries. For example, New Jersey carries one of the heaviest tax burdens of any state in the nation. NJ real estate is also very expensive since the average price from a single family home is $400,000 or more; a figure that is double the national average. In some areas, like Morris or Bergen, $800,000 is more of the median home price.

At such a high price, Bergen County may not be within your budget, but if it is, there are definitely plenty of attractions in the area. In addition to the beauty and the economy in Bergen, your children will benefit from some of the best educational facilities in the country. Since Bergen is home to many different ethnicities and religions like Italian, Irish, Korean, Greek, African, Latin and Jewish residents, they will also be exposed to an abundant variety of cultures. more…

Part of the reason why real estate is so expensive is because of the scarceness of land. Three hundred years of settling and development coupled with an effort to preserve the state’s natural beauty leave very little room for new growth. In addition to limiting development land, the untouched reserves also add to the state’s appeal though which makes and the real estate value climb even higher.

The city of San Diego has gathered a reputation for the high standards of living and numerous opportunities. This amazing coastal town from California is the place where huge investment opportunities arise quite often on the real estate market. We are talking once again about San Diego foreclosure homes, subject real estate investors and prospective homebuyers are equally interested in. Many great deals are to be discovered and all they require is patience. Browsing through San Diego foreclosure listings is, without doubt, a good idea to start. more…

If you are looking for the most “affordable” part of New Jersey, the southern region of the state, which is also known as the Pine Barrens, is one of the least expensive and least populated areas. The northwest region probably isn’t far behind the Pine Barrens because of its mountainous and wooded terrain. A lot of people are drawn to the metropolitan areas of New York City and Philadelphia or the coastal communities along the eastern shore though. If you work in one of the larger cities, affordable housing will probably be hard to come by.

There are several types of San Diego foreclosure homes you can decide between, including those that are lender/banked owned. These are often advertised as REO properties, meaning real estate owned, being currently controlled by the lending institution. This is the result of the foreclosure proceedings and if you really want to make a great deal, you will become interested in them fast. more…

In spite of the high cost of living, New Jersey is a beautiful and industrious place to settle down. It also boasts one of the strongest education systems in the country. That’s why New Jersey students consistently earn the highest average scores on Advanced Placement tests in the nation. Author Resource:- For more information on NJ real estate and living conditions, contact a local RE/MAX (http://www.remax-nj.com) Realtor. They can speed up the home-sorting process and help you find the neighborhoods that you are looking for. They are also very reliable. The author, Art Gib, is a freelance writer.