History of Somerset County
A Central New Jersey Hub, Somerset County is one of America’s oldest counties and encompasses 305 square miles of beautiful landscape, bustling businesses, and 21 municipalities. Established on May 22, 1688, it is full of beautiful historic counties and a rich heritage dating back to the Revolutionary War. Many of its towns are historic landmarks or hold monuments honoring their American history.
Closer to the big city, Somerset county is known for its suburban and urban balance, offering a mixture of public parks and recreational facilities as well as bustling businesses and metropolitan public transportation. Golf courses, hiking, bicycles, picnic areas, places to swim, fairgrounds and education centers are just some of the many ways visitors and residents entertain themselves.
Somerset, NJ Articles
Biggest One-Day Mortgage Rate Drop
Mortgage rates just had their biggest one-day drop in over a year. They fell to the lowest they've been since last October. And that shift matters. Compared to when rates were at 7% earlier this year, that could mean your future monthly payment is now [...]
Marilyn Ticktin of Cort Furniture talk about alternatives to buying furniture for your rentals, business or events
Listen in as I interview Marilyn Ticktin of Cort Furniture (a Berkshire Hathaway company) on the merits of leasing furniture for your business or home. They also offer plans that allow you to pay as little as 25% of the original price for great-looking used [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions for September of 2025
Welcome to my Somerset County Market Report—a monthly update where I apply my in-depth expertise to break down the latest developments in our local real estate market. Each edition examines the economic factors and trends that shape property values in our community. This isn’t just [...]
Let’s Talk Real Estate Podcast At Somerset County Business Partnership
Click here to view the episode. In this episode of The Scoop, we sit down with two local industry experts—Joe Peters of Coldwell Banker and Tom Cifichiello of Embrace Home Loans—to talk all things real estate and lending. Let’s connect to explore your [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions for August of 2025
Welcome to my Somerset County Market Report—a monthly update where I apply my in-depth expertise to break down the latest developments in our local real estate market. Each edition examines the economic factors and trends that shape property values in our community. This isn’t just [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions for July of 2025
Welcome to my Somerset County Market Report—a monthly update where I apply my in-depth expertise to break down the latest developments in our local real estate market. Each edition examines the economic factors and trends that shape property values in our community. This isn’t just [...]