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When searching for a place to live, security ranks somewhere near the top for most people. So, it should ease your mind to know that Westfield was named the safest city in Union County by SafeWise.com. Cranford came in second.

According to SafeWise.com, Westfield was named the safest city in Union County, sixth in New Jersey, and 15th in the United States.

Westfield: A Safe Place to Live

SafeWise gathered crime statistics data for thousands of municipalities across the country. They used FBI stats from 2017 (the most recent data available) to determine rankings. New Jersey cities made up almost 1/3 of the top 100 safest cities in the nation (30 of them, to be precise). Westfield ranked #6 in the state and #1 in Union County.

SafeWise looked at the rate of violent crimes as well as property crimes per 1,000 people to determine rankings. The national average for violent crimes reported in the US in 2017 was 4.49 per 1000 people. Westfield reported 0.099 per 1,000 people. For property crimes, Westfield’s average (8.499) fell far below the national average (27.11) as well.

With the onslaught of 24/7 news coverage, it’s easy to believe that crime is on the rise. However, FBI statistics say otherwise. In fact, between 1993 and 2017, violent crime fell by 49%. Property crime decreased by 50% in that time period. Violent crime hit a slight uptick in 2015 and 2016 before falling again in 2017. But property crime hasn’t experienced any increase since 2001.

Top 10 Safest Cities in New Jersey

Bernards Township
Denville Township
Pequannock Township
Bergenfield
Monroe Township
Westfield
Hawthorne
Millford
Cranford Township
Readington

Keep this information in mind whenever you see a police officer out on the streets of Westfield. Then, thank them for keeping us safe. We all owe them a debt of gratitude for putting their safety before our own and allowing our families to thrive in this great community.

Scott Gleason, CRS at RE/MAX Select, Luxury Homes

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Many parents dream of providing a good college education for their children. According to CollegeData.com, the average price for a student’s tuition at an in-state public school last year was $25,290. That rose to $50,900 for a private school. When you add in admin fees, student fees, parking fees, books, school supplies, food, and housing, you’re easily looking at $150,00-$250,000 for a four-year degree. Instead of you or your child going into serious debt, take the free financial planning workshop at MONDO Summit on Monday night to learn where and how to apply for financial aid, scholarships, and more.

Does your teenager want to attend a top-ranked college? Worried about paying for it? Attend a free financial planning workshop in Summit NJ on Jan 28, 2019 to learn about scholarships, applying for financial aid, which colleges offer the most money and much, much more.

What: Financial Planning for College Workshop
Where: MONDO Summit (426 Springfield Ave, 2nd Fl, Summit, NJ)
When: Monday, January 28th, 2019, 7 pm to 8 pm
Admission: FREE

Financial Planning Workshop Shows You How to Pay for College

Rising interest rates over the past few years have made student loans even more expensive than ever before. Partnered with rising tuition fees and other associated expenses, it’s understandable that parents worry how to pay for it all. Financial expert Mike Velasco teaches this free financial planning for college workshop to show parents and students alike how they can afford to attend the college or university of their dreams without breaking the bank.

In this free financial planning workshop, Mr. Velasco shows you which colleges offer the most money. Discover little known grants and scholarships to help pay for your child’s education. Find out how to qualify for even more financial or merit aid than you ever thought possible. Learn how to properly apply for financial aid so that you don’t end up in the “reject” pile. In one hour, you’ll be on a better track to funding your child’s secondary education.

How Do I Sign Up for the Financial Planning Workshop?

While the workshop is provided free of charge, seats are limited. So, you’re strongly encouraged to reserve a spot. Visit the Summit Financial Planning for College workshop website here to save your seat. On-site pre-registration begins at 6:45 pm on January 28th. Park for free on the street or in the parking lot at MONDO beginning at 6 pm.