PJM: The commuting times around central Jersey are such that you can pick and chose based on your own personal taste. The situation varies from country "Piney” to Sophisticated Philadelphian or Manhattenite. Moorestown, for instance is 23 minutes from down town Philly and hardly more to the base gate.

My advice? Do a little Mapquest and a little driving around. I worked on base as a civilian contractor, commuting from the Trenton-Hamilton area for over two years. I have relatives who live in Brick, near the shore, and are now retired reservists and both of the couple found no problem with the commute but they LOVE the shore. The shore is about an hour and twenty minutes from Philly. No Realtor should try to cover all the ground about which I have just spoken.

Once you figure out the vastly different lifestyle alternatives (including hitting the NYC scene,) you can start figuring out where you will be most happy. A Navy type of my acquaintance, with three years to go on twenty, has been transferred to the Arlington area. Up to now, he's always lived near his assignment and commuted to the nearest sailing center. This time he's locating to Annapolis and commuting to the assignment. What floats your boat?

Best wishes,

Bill Holt

Hi Pjm,
I can help with a VA Loan if needed or a host of mortgage products. Mortgage question I can at mike@murray4money.com

I just closed a home in Manahawkin (Ocean County) for an Air Force pilot at McGuire. His commute is about 40 minutes. If you look in western Lacey Township or Manchester, the commute is a lot shorter. If you'd like more information on homes in Ocean County, give me a call.

Laura Giannotta
Keller Williams Realty - Atlantic Shore
609-384-6121
Laura@JerseyShoreViews.com

Hi,

I suggest you look at the Bordentown area. Close to Maguire yet a community .

If you would like properties be sent to you via e-mail I would be happy to send some to you. I just sold a lovely property to a divorced mother of two, so I am very aware of what is out there and what the Best Buys are.

I look forward to hearing back from you and what your priorties might be.

I have been a successful realtor in the area for 22 years and look forward to helping you find a home.

Joyce Begg
Weidel.com/Joyce.Begg