6 Reasons You MIGHT NOT Survive Living in New Jersey! 😱 [Watch Before Moving!🚨]

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

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[@joannechris7980]

57 year old jersey girl, born and raised and nobody asks the real question here. WHY WHY WHY is New Jersey overcrowded? Because everyone wants to live here. If it’s so bad here, why do they keep coming. Oh and btw…….when driving on Nj highway, KEEP RIGHT UNLESS TO PASS! STAY OUT OF THAT LEFT LANE AND MOVE OVER WHEN SOMEONE IS TAILGATING YOU!

[@robyndaye4155]

I'm a Jersey girl. I have lived in the northern part of the state and the southern part of the state. I love New Jersey. Another benefit of high property taxes is:. I love not paying tax on my clothes for my groceries for medicine, and especially I love not pumping my own gas. Go Jersey forever❤❤❤❤❤

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Awesome @robyndaye4155! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.🙌💯

[@maxinef6654]

Former Jersey resident here who lived in the northern part. Left Jersey in 1990. And never looked back. I have a few family members that still live there, but I have no desire to return.

[@TBoneJazzer5397]

You and me both. Perhaps 'northern NJ' was the problem.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Hey @maxinef6654. So back in the day you still live in NJ. What’s your favorite part of living here?

[@peabody.6405]

New Jersey is overcrowded, the roads are like a race track tailgating ,people drive fast,high. Drunk and, will run ya off the road. I was pulling out of my driveway one time the speed limit is 35 MPH and, out of nowhere a large teenager was behind the wheel of an ford expedition. He was driving like 80 and, luckily I pulled up and, if I didn’t he would of hit me . Let’s be real! You will need a bumper car to survive 😂

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

I'm sorry to hear about your negative experience @peabody.6405! Is this your personal experience? What else happened?

[@peabody.6405]

@@newjerseylivinggroup thank you ! Yes it was my personal experience ! Living in New Jersey just seems like everybody nowadays is in a rush and, the state is definitely overcrowded ! For real driving on the roads in New Jersey are bad and, the traffic is out of control !

[@dizzysdoings]

I've lived in South Jersey my entire life (63 years). There are things I like about NJ, but more that I can't stand. Both property taxes and insurance are expensive. When you're a widow on a fixed income, that can be a challenge. I don't have a lot of traffic where I live, but I have 3 major roads near me. I can hear traffic almost 24/7. There are times it keeps me up at night. It's hard to go anywhere in the state without hearing traffic. It's also hard to find a place that doesn't have light pollution. Makes it hard to star gaze. There are a lot of regulations in NJ. Some I could do without. For instance, if I were to have a house built, it would have to be a certain square footage. I don't NEED that much room for me and the dog. As much as possible, I avoid both traffic and toll roads. It's rare for me to have to use the turnpike. And I don't use either the Atlantic City or Garden State parkway. I avoid 40 from Woodstown to 55 as much as possible during the summer. And where 42 and 295 come together, I only drive that if I have to. If I need to pick someone up or drop them off at Philly international, I take back roads, then cut over to 322. It's much easier with less traffic. I have mixed feelings on not being able to pump my own gas. If you like to canoe/kayak, there are plenty of places to go around here. You just have to watch out for beaver dams. If you own a horse, there are plenty of places to ride, though you do need a permit for some trails. But, if you don't already have the land, it's hard to buy anything affordable.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Hey @dizzysdoings! Thanks for sharing your experience living in South Jersey, especially with all the details. It really gives a good sense of what it's like! The cost of living, especially with property taxes and insurance, sounds tough, and I can see how that would be especially challenging. Appreciate your tips on the best back roads to take and the insight into some of the local outdoor activities. Sounds like you’ve found a way to make the most of it, even with the challenges.

[@NewYorkNYKer]

NJ is definitely great place to live but they can’t survive without Metropolitan from NY and PA.. Cities are very limited like Newark, Trenton and all the costs are super expensive include insurance (property, health, car), rent, housing, education related, sports activities, tolls etc..

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

I appreciate your feedback @NewYorkNYKer. Is there anything else you'd like to see more of in future NJ real estate videos?

[@OutDehFamily]

Great Info. We're long time residents. Who is moving here now? new Yorkers looking to flee the boroughs? I love it here, but with the barrier to entry, i just wonder who would be moving here in 2024

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Do you have any plans to visit? If so, let me know if you need any recommendations.🙏

[@rebelfrmdafifth]

I’m moving to NJ end of the year from Atlanta.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

@@rebelfrmdafifth What area of NJ are you relocating to? I would be happy to provide insights.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

@outdehfamily There is still a substantial influx of NY relocating to NJ. Even with rising rent and housing prices, you still get more for your money in NJ. In most other cases, new homeowners have relocated to NJ from other areas of the country or even internationally due to work. What area do you live in?

[@OutDehFamily]

@@newjerseylivinggroup union county . A 2 bedroom disaster of a house just sold next door for 390. It’s been abandoned for a few years and has flood damage

[@anthonybeam8003]

I'm from New Jersey I have 2 things to add 1 if you go to Pizza Hut or Domino's or Papa John's..... you suck There are SO MANY great pizza places/Italian restaurants that serve genuine delicious Jersey pizza leave those chain places for other places 2 LETS GO DEVILS!!!!!!!!!🏒

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Thanks for the comment @anthonybeam8003! My wife and I often ask ourselves how the chain pizza restaurants survive in NJ, the best pizza in the world is right here in a 30 mile radius. Never was much of a hockey fan until I went to a Devils game...the live action is next level! I loved it!

[@fishing9733]

Me personally I think chain pizzerias serve their own purpose even in New Jersey. After a drunk night out I don’t want a pizza from delucias or any of the other top hitters I’d prefer a pizza with more bread and cheese with some garlic sauce on the crust but to each their own👍🏼

[@jerryorned]

north jersey my entire life. Sussex county is my favorite area in the state.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Hey @jerryorned. What’s your favorite part of living here?

[@jerryorned]

​@@newjerseylivinggroup the people outdoors and fishing

[@Evenstar213]

I know US made most of the roads according to car industry, but how bikable can towns be? Here in Cambridge, UK we mostly cycle around town as traffic is always jammed up 😅 Pretty neat video mate, good work good advice!

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Great point

[@Felis-Concolor]

Look up Carmel, Indiana.

[@TBoneJazzer5397]

Most of the roads were made during the colonial era. The expressways had to squeeze into that mold. Now in places like San Antonio, the further out from the city you go, the more the expressways have been planned. Very easy to drive in, especially because of the 'loop' expressways, access roads, and intersections at most exits, making it easy to turn around.

[@TBoneJazzer5397]

Great description. You are correct, property taxes are outrageous. And, there is a state income tax.Very little goes to infrastructure. Probably because they give up to 90% of base pay to retired government workers, teachers included. Also, don't try to pump your own gas. NJ apparently thinks their residents are too incompetent and might blow up their cars. The 'law' can arrest you for that 'offense'. Another word on expressways: If you happen to get off on the wrong exit, many, if not most, exits have no access/frontage roads or turn-arounds. And there are few if any entrance lanes that allow one to get up to highway speed when entering the expressway. You might want to do a description of the South Jersey retirement communities. Homes are smaller, but more affordable. Finally, 'back in the day', New Yorkers would invade NJ, especially the malls, during the holidays. NJ had a lower sales tax. Has that changed? I left NJ almost 50 years ago and never looked back. However, if you are wealthy, New Jersey can be a great place to live. At least it has all four seasons, which is about the only thing I miss, being in deep South Texas.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Awesome @TBoneJazzer5397! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.🙌💯

[@draneym2003]

Ironic you deride the teachers and their retirement benefits, but at least they educated your children. What exactly do cops in some of these towns do other than refuse to do their jobs and write tickets all day?

[@PittToNYC]

You had me at "I'm a Steelers fan".

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Hi @PittToNYC. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. ❤

[@LawyerCalhoun1]

New Jersey. Free to drive in, big tolls to leave. Reminds me of the Roach Hotel. Easy to get in, hard to get out.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

I'm sorry to hear about your negative experience @LawyerCalhoun1! What else happened?

[@LawyerCalhoun1]

@@newjerseylivinggroup I lived in a remote area of Morris County 1981-2002. When I moved in, there were still farms. By the time I left, the farms became one acre house lots and garden apartments. Traffic tripled on my county road. Route 80 commute was a nightmare,

[@sty723]

Malls aren't like he said, thanks to online shopping!🤣 NJ is the best state because it's a mix of EVERYTHING.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

@@sty723 Thanks for the comment! Online shopping has made a difference, but I challenge you to visit Paramus Mall during the holiday season. It’s insane!

[@sty723]

@@newjerseylivinggroup yeah up north there are a LOT of people who haven’t gotten the memo yet😏

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

@@sty723 No doubt, because that parking lot stays at capacity over the weekend once we hit November! That alone would make me rethink my shopping routine.

[@maladyantique]

How Is It Finishing A Cheap Decent Property?

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Hi @maladyantique, thanks for the comment. The best opportunities in this market are with properties that are a bit distressed or in need of significant upgrades. Price can be negotiable and the equity gained once finished is usually substantial.

[@zline-sp2fs]

My Guy. Black and Gold! Lots of Steelers fans here. I can't wait to leave though. Born and raised. 4 Million people living in central NJ and it takes an hour to go 20 miles at any time of the day. Not the NJ I grew up in and I'm only 40. Chain restaurants don't survive here because NJ natives are proud and don't allow it. Also has to do with connections. NJ has always been a great state to live in due to the education and that it has everything to offer. But NJ is no longer friendly to the blue collar workforce, thus pushing those that made this state what it is, out. If you can afford it, great, have fun and enjoy. But I'm finally out of here next year!

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Hey @zline-sp2fs, great points here! It is indeed becoming a double edged sword when weighing the benefits vs cost of living & crowding. With that said, I can't see myself living anywhere else for now! The past 25 years of my life have been here and that will likely continue until I retire. Go Black & Gold!!!

[@user-sk5nq7dk6i]

You have Michael Stahan's mouth.

[@ronaldedson496]

Not survive but thrive in nj.

[@newjerseylivinggroup]

Hi @ronaldedson496! It sounds like you’re thinking of relocating to the area?

[@tunedtfin917]

and if your struggling in your state NJ is should be the last place. Jersey has some really awesome towns but if you need the money, if you don’t got the money you might have to stay in the most dangerous cities in the Northeast.