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New Jersey (1787)
is a small state opposite New York city. Many of its counties are considered part of the New York Metro area yet also contains about 130 miles of sandy shore line and beaches. Population is 9 million and the capital is Trenton. The minimum wage is $8.38 an hour and Chris Christie is the current governor.
Time zone(s)
- Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Summer Daylight Savings Time (DST)
ZIP code 07840
Area code(s) 908
It is the most densely populated state and most of the population resides in the north Jersey area counties surrounding New York City, Philadelphia, and along the eastern Jersey Shore.
It's the 2nd wealthiest state and home to more scientists and engineers per square mile than anywhere else in the world.
New Jersey is tolerant, progressive. Perhaps the most ethnically and religiously diverse, tolerant, and progressive states in America where same-sex marriages are legal. It has the second largest Jewish population by percentage after New York. The second largest Muslim population (after Michigan). The largest population of Peruvian Americans in the United States. The largest population of Cubans outside of Florida. The third highest Asian population by percentage. The third highest Italian population by percentage. New Jersey has the third highest Asian Indian population. It has the third largest Korean population, fourth largest Filipino population, and fourth largest Chinese population.
is a small state opposite New York city. Many of its counties are considered part of the New York Metro area yet also contains about 130 miles of sandy shore line and beaches. Population is 9 million and the capital is Trenton. The minimum wage is $8.38 an hour and Chris Christie is the current governor.
Time zone(s)
- Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Summer Daylight Savings Time (DST)
ZIP code 07840
Area code(s) 908
It is the most densely populated state and most of the population resides in the north Jersey area counties surrounding New York City, Philadelphia, and along the eastern Jersey Shore.
It's the 2nd wealthiest state and home to more scientists and engineers per square mile than anywhere else in the world.
New Jersey is tolerant, progressive. Perhaps the most ethnically and religiously diverse, tolerant, and progressive states in America where same-sex marriages are legal. It has the second largest Jewish population by percentage after New York. The second largest Muslim population (after Michigan). The largest population of Peruvian Americans in the United States. The largest population of Cubans outside of Florida. The third highest Asian population by percentage. The third highest Italian population by percentage. New Jersey has the third highest Asian Indian population. It has the third largest Korean population, fourth largest Filipino population, and fourth largest Chinese population.
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NEW JERSEY
The Garden State
New Jersey (1787)
is a small state opposite New York city. Many of its counties are considered part of the New York Metro area yet also contains about 130 miles of sandy shore line and beaches. Population is 9 million and the capital is Trenton. The minimum wage is $8.38 an hour and Chris Christie is the current governor.
Time zone(s)
- Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Summer Daylight Savings Time (DST)
ZIP code 07840
Area code(s) 908
It is the most densely populated state and most of the population resides in the north Jersey area counties surrounding New York City, Philadelphia, and along the eastern Jersey Shore.
It's the 2nd wealthiest state and home to more scientists and engineers per square mile than anywhere else in the world.
New Jersey is tolerant, progressive. Perhaps the most ethnically and religiously diverse, tolerant, and progressive states in America where same-sex marriages are legal. It has the second largest Jewish population by percentage after New York. The second largest Muslim population (after Michigan). The largest population of Peruvian Americans in the United States. The largest population of Cubans outside of Florida. The third highest Asian population by percentage. The third highest Italian population by percentage. New Jersey has the third highest Asian Indian population. It has the third largest Korean population, fourth largest Filipino population, and fourth largest Chinese population.
is a small state opposite New York city. Many of its counties are considered part of the New York Metro area yet also contains about 130 miles of sandy shore line and beaches. Population is 9 million and the capital is Trenton. The minimum wage is $8.38 an hour and Chris Christie is the current governor.
Time zone(s)
- Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Summer Daylight Savings Time (DST)
ZIP code 07840
Area code(s) 908
It is the most densely populated state and most of the population resides in the north Jersey area counties surrounding New York City, Philadelphia, and along the eastern Jersey Shore.
It's the 2nd wealthiest state and home to more scientists and engineers per square mile than anywhere else in the world.
New Jersey is tolerant, progressive. Perhaps the most ethnically and religiously diverse, tolerant, and progressive states in America where same-sex marriages are legal. It has the second largest Jewish population by percentage after New York. The second largest Muslim population (after Michigan). The largest population of Peruvian Americans in the United States. The largest population of Cubans outside of Florida. The third highest Asian population by percentage. The third highest Italian population by percentage. New Jersey has the third highest Asian Indian population. It has the third largest Korean population, fourth largest Filipino population, and fourth largest Chinese population.
HOME
1. Housing | Maintanance
Hackettstown, population 9,743 is a family-centric town. The median household income is $71,438. 36.5 years.
Hackettstown (1853) is located in the eastern most region of the Lehigh Valley (Warren County) and is home to Centenary College and Mars.
Did you know there's a Hacketstown in the Republic of Ireland?
Whether urban, suburban, or rural, homes vary. You will find many historic homes alsong with new styles including condo complexes and apartment buildings. Housing is spacious, open plan with pleny of yard space. Most towns like Hackettstown are family friendly. Every home is detached and is self sufficient and well-equipped with modern fixtures and appliances.
As for caring and maintainance of your home, you may buy something fully furnished, or need to supply the furniture and appliances (Google Map Home Depot, Sears). Appliance repair, handyman, landscapers, cleaning services (trusted neighbor, Angies List) and always get 3 estimates, then negotiate the best offer. Electricity is 120V.
Hackettstown, population 9,743 is a family-centric town. The median household income is $71,438. 36.5 years.
Hackettstown (1853) is located in the eastern most region of the Lehigh Valley (Warren County) and is home to Centenary College and Mars.
Did you know there's a Hacketstown in the Republic of Ireland?
Whether urban, suburban, or rural, homes vary. You will find many historic homes alsong with new styles including condo complexes and apartment buildings. Housing is spacious, open plan with pleny of yard space. Most towns like Hackettstown are family friendly. Every home is detached and is self sufficient and well-equipped with modern fixtures and appliances.
As for caring and maintainance of your home, you may buy something fully furnished, or need to supply the furniture and appliances (Google Map Home Depot, Sears). Appliance repair, handyman, landscapers, cleaning services (trusted neighbor, Angies List) and always get 3 estimates, then negotiate the best offer. Electricity is 120V.
Photo by Roadgeek Adam
HEALTHCARE
2. Healthcare | Medicine
• Quality of health care is excellent but can vary, so learn about your employer's health insurance plan in the USA (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Amerihealth)
• Medication and personal care/hygiene products at local drug stores
- Bach's Home Health Care 136 Main St. (908) 813-3003
Rite Aid 203 Mountain Ave. (908) 852-2223
Skylands Pharmacy Accepts Bid Bucks 78-30 Main St. (908) 852-3784
• Choose Hackettstown (PCP) primary care physician, pediatrician (kids 18 and under) hospital, clinic, and pet veterinarian
• Address immunizations, existing health conditions problems at annual check ups
• Bringcopies of medical records and rescriptions
http://www.expatarrivals.com/the-usa/healthcare-in-the-usa
• Quality of health care is excellent but can vary, so learn about your employer's health insurance plan in the USA (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Amerihealth)
• Medication and personal care/hygiene products at local drug stores
- Bach's Home Health Care 136 Main St. (908) 813-3003
Rite Aid 203 Mountain Ave. (908) 852-2223
Skylands Pharmacy Accepts Bid Bucks 78-30 Main St. (908) 852-3784
• Choose Hackettstown (PCP) primary care physician, pediatrician (kids 18 and under) hospital, clinic, and pet veterinarian
• Address immunizations, existing health conditions problems at annual check ups
• Bringcopies of medical records and rescriptions
http://www.expatarrivals.com/the-usa/healthcare-in-the-usa
Photo by Christiana Care
FOOD
3. Eating | Food
• Availability of familiar/new foods at local farmers market, grocery stores, or specialy food stores. Most stoves are gas.
American food safety standards
1) Wash hands often
2) Separate raw meat, poultry, seafood and eggs from ready-to-eat foods
3) Cook to proper temperatures
4) Refrigerate promptly at 40 degrees or below.
• Grocery stores operate 7 days a week, 7:30am-10:00pm
ShopRite 1965 NJ-57 (908) 852-1200
Weis Markets Mansfield Village Square, 2045 NJ-57 (908) 850-8800
Family Food Market 2015 NJ-57 (908) 852-8586
Hackettstown Health 199 Main St (908) 269-8702
Krauszer's 903 High St (908) 813-8303
A & P Wines & Spirits 57 US-46 (908) 852-2627
Frutimex Produce Inc 118 Main St (908) 850-4125
corrados market
http://site.corradosmarket.com/home/home.html
• Availability of familiar/new foods at local farmers market, grocery stores, or specialy food stores. Most stoves are gas.
American food safety standards
1) Wash hands often
2) Separate raw meat, poultry, seafood and eggs from ready-to-eat foods
3) Cook to proper temperatures
4) Refrigerate promptly at 40 degrees or below.
• Grocery stores operate 7 days a week, 7:30am-10:00pm
ShopRite 1965 NJ-57 (908) 852-1200
Weis Markets Mansfield Village Square, 2045 NJ-57 (908) 850-8800
Family Food Market 2015 NJ-57 (908) 852-8586
Hackettstown Health 199 Main St (908) 269-8702
Krauszer's 903 High St (908) 813-8303
A & P Wines & Spirits 57 US-46 (908) 852-2627
Frutimex Produce Inc 118 Main St (908) 850-4125
corrados market
http://site.corradosmarket.com/home/home.html
Photo by quinn.anya
SHOPPING
4. Retail shopping
• Mall
- Hackettstown Mall 215 Mountain Ave NJ 07840 (10:00am-9:00pm) will carry everything else including clothing, and home goods at department stores like Macy's and stores like Gap and Forever 21.
• Bargains
- Target 68 U.S. Hwy 46 West Hackettstown, NJ 07840 (908) 452-9251 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
- TJ Maxx Itc Crossing South, 30 International Dr S, Flanders, NJ 07836
- Marshal's in Hackettstown Mall, 215 Mountain Ave. Hackettstown, NJ (908) 850-1020
- Home Goods 100 Route 46
Village Green Shopping Center, Mt Olive Township, NJ (973) 448-3690
• Local shopping
http://www.hackettstownbid.com/shopping/
• Mall
- Hackettstown Mall 215 Mountain Ave NJ 07840 (10:00am-9:00pm) will carry everything else including clothing, and home goods at department stores like Macy's and stores like Gap and Forever 21.
• Bargains
- Target 68 U.S. Hwy 46 West Hackettstown, NJ 07840 (908) 452-9251 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
- TJ Maxx Itc Crossing South, 30 International Dr S, Flanders, NJ 07836
- Marshal's in Hackettstown Mall, 215 Mountain Ave. Hackettstown, NJ (908) 850-1020
- Home Goods 100 Route 46
Village Green Shopping Center, Mt Olive Township, NJ (973) 448-3690
• Local shopping
http://www.hackettstownbid.com/shopping/
Photo by WarzauWynn
UTILITIES
5. Utilities
Set up, change and paybills online or by mail through your service provider(s). Billing can be paperless or regualr mail and billpaying is also either done online or by mailing a check. Services are reliable, affordable, and accesibile to all
• TV/Cable/Internet Providers
- Verizon Residential
- XFINITY®
- Comcast Cable
• Water, sewer, garbage
www.hackettstown.net/department-of-public-works/
• Landline phone + mobile
- Verizon wireless
• Gas/electric
- PSEG
Set up, change and paybills online or by mail through your service provider(s). Billing can be paperless or regualr mail and billpaying is also either done online or by mailing a check. Services are reliable, affordable, and accesibile to all
• TV/Cable/Internet Providers
- Verizon Residential
- XFINITY®
- Comcast Cable
• Water, sewer, garbage
www.hackettstown.net/department-of-public-works/
• Landline phone + mobile
- Verizon wireless
• Gas/electric
- PSEG
Photo by Maëlick
BANKING
6. Banking and credit
Banking in the USA is extremely competitive and an array of services and rates can make choosing where to open an account confusing. It is often easier to maintain an overseas account, open a US based account at the same bank and transfer money back and forth overseas. It is possible to relocate successfully without opening an American account, and expats on short stays usually choose to use their overseas account.
To open a checking account, expats moving to the USA should confirm with their bank what forms of identification are required. Generally speaking, passport, immigration information, social security number and proof of address are often expected.
Credit histories can be transferred to the USA, although this can be difficult so many expats choose to make major purchases through their overseas account. Property can be bought without a US bank account.
The official currency is the US Dollar (USD). The US Dollar is broken down into 100 cents:
Notes: 1,2,5, 10, 20, 50 100 dollars
Coins: 1, 5,10, and 25 cents
The USA is both a cash and card economy although nearly everything is done by an ATM card. Expats will find both methods of payment, accepted almost everywhere. Although some of the smallest outlets may not take cards. Bank branches can be found in all major US towns and cities and ATMs are well dispersed.
• Local Hackettstown Banks
- Chase Bank 227 Mountain Ave. (908) 684-8350
- Bank of America 78-10 Main St. (908) 852-5200
- Fulton Bank of New Jersey 176 Mountain Ave. (908) 979-4050
- Valley National Bank 105 Mill St. (908) 852-8882
- Hudson City Savings Bank 200 Grand Ave. (908) 852-5900
Banking in the USA is extremely competitive and an array of services and rates can make choosing where to open an account confusing. It is often easier to maintain an overseas account, open a US based account at the same bank and transfer money back and forth overseas. It is possible to relocate successfully without opening an American account, and expats on short stays usually choose to use their overseas account.
To open a checking account, expats moving to the USA should confirm with their bank what forms of identification are required. Generally speaking, passport, immigration information, social security number and proof of address are often expected.
Credit histories can be transferred to the USA, although this can be difficult so many expats choose to make major purchases through their overseas account. Property can be bought without a US bank account.
The official currency is the US Dollar (USD). The US Dollar is broken down into 100 cents:
Notes: 1,2,5, 10, 20, 50 100 dollars
Coins: 1, 5,10, and 25 cents
The USA is both a cash and card economy although nearly everything is done by an ATM card. Expats will find both methods of payment, accepted almost everywhere. Although some of the smallest outlets may not take cards. Bank branches can be found in all major US towns and cities and ATMs are well dispersed.
• Local Hackettstown Banks
- Chase Bank 227 Mountain Ave. (908) 684-8350
- Bank of America 78-10 Main St. (908) 852-5200
- Fulton Bank of New Jersey 176 Mountain Ave. (908) 979-4050
- Valley National Bank 105 Mill St. (908) 852-8882
- Hudson City Savings Bank 200 Grand Ave. (908) 852-5900
Photo by 401(K) 2013
7. Postal Facilities and Services
• Postal rates for a standard letter is .49 cents and various services (air, surface, large packages) can be found at https://www.usps.com/
• Time for correspondence to travel to/from the home country can be anywhere from one week to one month dependind on location
• Sending and receiving mail is daily except Sunday to your home or the local post office
Public
Hackettstown Post Office
120 Grand Ave.
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Phone: (908) 852-3535
Private
My Corner Office
229 Main St. - Suite 6
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Phone: (908) 852-4300
M-F 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Moving & Office Supplies
Domestic & International Packaging & Shipping
Supplies & Service
Printing & Copies
Faxes & Scanning
• Tipping mail carriers and other home related services providers varies but a good rule is The three groups of people you should tip are the people who help you with your dependents, those who provide you personal services, and the people who help maintain your home.
Examples of people who help you with your dependents are babysitters, other child care workers, dog walkers, etc. Those who offer you personal services include your hair dresser, manicurist, personal trainer, etc. And the people who help you with your home are your housecleaner, newspaper delivery person, lawn care worker, etc. 2. Tip anyone who helps you year-round the cost of one session.
For instance, if you go to the hairdresser every month and one cut costs $100, you’ll tip her $100. If you pay your dog walker $50/week, then the year-end tip would be $50.
For people whose services you use less often, tip them less by the same amount. So, for instance, if you go to the hairdresser every three or four months, then tip $25-$30 instead (or give a gift of that value).
• Postal rates for a standard letter is .49 cents and various services (air, surface, large packages) can be found at https://www.usps.com/
• Time for correspondence to travel to/from the home country can be anywhere from one week to one month dependind on location
• Sending and receiving mail is daily except Sunday to your home or the local post office
Public
Hackettstown Post Office
120 Grand Ave.
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Phone: (908) 852-3535
Private
My Corner Office
229 Main St. - Suite 6
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Phone: (908) 852-4300
M-F 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Moving & Office Supplies
Domestic & International Packaging & Shipping
Supplies & Service
Printing & Copies
Faxes & Scanning
• Tipping mail carriers and other home related services providers varies but a good rule is The three groups of people you should tip are the people who help you with your dependents, those who provide you personal services, and the people who help maintain your home.
Examples of people who help you with your dependents are babysitters, other child care workers, dog walkers, etc. Those who offer you personal services include your hair dresser, manicurist, personal trainer, etc. And the people who help you with your home are your housecleaner, newspaper delivery person, lawn care worker, etc. 2. Tip anyone who helps you year-round the cost of one session.
For instance, if you go to the hairdresser every month and one cut costs $100, you’ll tip her $100. If you pay your dog walker $50/week, then the year-end tip would be $50.
For people whose services you use less often, tip them less by the same amount. So, for instance, if you go to the hairdresser every three or four months, then tip $25-$30 instead (or give a gift of that value).
Photo by chase_elliott
FUN!
8. Recreation
• Public beaches
- Jersey Shore Guide http://njmonthly.com/issues/june-2015-the-shore-guide/
• Family activities
- Top Things to Do in NJ
http://www.funnewjersey.com/upload_user/COOL_THINGS_TO_DO/TOP_50_ATTRACTION...
• Travel ideas--places to visit
- New Jersey Great Places
file:///C:/Users/Lisa/Documents/My%20Coaching/CoachingClient
http://www.funnewjersey.com/upload_user/cool_things_to_do/top_50_attraction...
http://www.njfamily.com/
http://www.visitnj.org/nj/attractions
isitnj.org/nj/attractions
s/Brookfield/greatplaces2012-120923095123-phpapp02.pdf
• Public beaches
- Jersey Shore Guide http://njmonthly.com/issues/june-2015-the-shore-guide/
• Family activities
- Top Things to Do in NJ
http://www.funnewjersey.com/upload_user/COOL_THINGS_TO_DO/TOP_50_ATTRACTION...
• Travel ideas--places to visit
- New Jersey Great Places
file:///C:/Users/Lisa/Documents/My%20Coaching/CoachingClient
http://www.funnewjersey.com/upload_user/cool_things_to_do/top_50_attraction...
http://www.njfamily.com/
http://www.visitnj.org/nj/attractions
isitnj.org/nj/attractions
s/Brookfield/greatplaces2012-120923095123-phpapp02.pdf
Photo by † massimo ankor
SOCIALIZING
9. Socializing
Arts & Culture
Centenary Stage Company 715 Grand Ave. (908) 979-0900
Historical Society Museum 106 Church St. (908) 852-8797
New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet 400D Valentine St. (908) 850-0709
Public Library 110 Church St. (908) 852-4936
Stephens State Park 800 Willow Grove St. (908) 852-3790
Clubs & Community Groups
American Legion Post 164 332 Willow Grove St. (908) 852-9878
Community Center 293 Main St. (908) 852-4095
HRMC Auxiliary 651 Willow Grove Street (908) 850-6876
Kiwanis Club of Hackettstown P.O. Box 15 (201) 254-1855
Knights of Columbus 142 Liberty St. (908) 852-9758
Rescue Squad 118 Maple Ave. (908) 852-3300
Senior Center 293 Main St. (908) 852-9713
Arts & Culture
Centenary Stage Company 715 Grand Ave. (908) 979-0900
Historical Society Museum 106 Church St. (908) 852-8797
New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet 400D Valentine St. (908) 850-0709
Public Library 110 Church St. (908) 852-4936
Stephens State Park 800 Willow Grove St. (908) 852-3790
Clubs & Community Groups
American Legion Post 164 332 Willow Grove St. (908) 852-9878
Community Center 293 Main St. (908) 852-4095
HRMC Auxiliary 651 Willow Grove Street (908) 850-6876
Kiwanis Club of Hackettstown P.O. Box 15 (201) 254-1855
Knights of Columbus 142 Liberty St. (908) 852-9758
Rescue Squad 118 Maple Ave. (908) 852-3300
Senior Center 293 Main St. (908) 852-9713
Photo by zerok
USEFUL LINKS
10. Useful Links
USA
https://www.usa.gov/
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/country-profiles.html
http://www.immihelp.com/newcomer/
http://www.uscis.gov/tools/green-card-resources/welcome-united-states
EXPATS
https://www.facebook.com/GlobianaUS
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/expat
http://blogs.wsj.com/expat/
APPS
http://appcrawlr.com/ios-apps/best-apps-expats?q=expats&query=best-apps-exp...
http://www.expatarrivals.com/the-usa/banking-money-and-taxes-in-the-usa
NEW JERSEY
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Jersey#History
HACKETTSTOWN
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hackettstown,_New_Jersey
http://www.hackettstown.net
http://www.hackettstownbid.com
TAXES
http://www.expatarrivals.com/the-usa/banking-money-and-taxes-in-the-usa
USA
https://www.usa.gov/
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/country-profiles.html
http://www.immihelp.com/newcomer/
http://www.uscis.gov/tools/green-card-resources/welcome-united-states
EXPATS
https://www.facebook.com/GlobianaUS
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/expat
http://blogs.wsj.com/expat/
APPS
http://appcrawlr.com/ios-apps/best-apps-expats?q=expats&query=best-apps-exp...
http://www.expatarrivals.com/the-usa/banking-money-and-taxes-in-the-usa
NEW JERSEY
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Jersey#History
HACKETTSTOWN
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hackettstown,_New_Jersey
http://www.hackettstown.net
http://www.hackettstownbid.com
TAXES
http://www.expatarrivals.com/the-usa/banking-money-and-taxes-in-the-usa
Photo by Roadgeek Adam
