Diane Contarino's Blog

Posted on 07/09/2023

Comparing VA & Conventional Loans: What First-Time Homebuyers Should Know

You have many choices for financing your first home purchase. If you're a U.S. veteran, it might seem like an easy decision to opt for a VA loan over a conventional loan. However, understanding the major differences between the two options will help you get the best financing for your needs. Here are the basic things first-time homebuyers...

Conventional Loans

First Time

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Posted on 07/02/2023

How long you have to pay property taxes & how you can lower your bill

New property owners might wonder, "Do you have to pay...

Posted on 06/25/2023

Home Maintenance: Tips for Every Season

Maintaining your home should be a priority, but it can be overwhelming to fit in all of those routine maintenance projects along with the rest of your commitments. Fortunately, it's very easy to come up with a maintenance schedule based on the seasons. If you follow this schedule, you will always stay on track with your preventative maintenance,...

Gardening

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Posted on 06/18/2023

Home music studio ideas to inspire your creativity

For homeowners in need of home music studio ideas, the...

Home Recording Studio

Music Room

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Posted on 06/11/2023

Avoiding pet allergies: How to get rid of pet dander

Dog and cat owners are often at odds with the challenge...

Pets At Home

Pet Hairs

Posted on 06/04/2023

DIY Living room decor to enhance your space

If you want to refresh your living room design without...

Beautiful Living Rooms

Living Room Design

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Posted on 07/12/2023

Video Tour - 736 Quest Court, Mantua, NJ 08051

Awesome townhome with a bonus basement located on the end of a quiet court in desirable Mantua Township/Clearview School District. What a great place to start out and enjoy home ownership. Enter through the front door to a large living room area big enough to support a comfortable sectional and house that big screen TV. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the entire first level to create a flowing floor plan. Retreat to the eat in kitchen featuring upgraded wood cabinets, granite countertops, custom backsplash and stainless steel appliances. The kitchen opens up to a vaulted living space which can accommodate whatever your needs...

Posted on 07/12/2023

736 Quest Court, Mantua, NJ 08051 is now new to the market!

Awesome townhome with a bonus basement located on the end of a quiet court in desirable Mantua Township/Clearview School District. What a great place to start out and enjoy home ownership. Enter through the front door to a large living room area big enough to support a comfortable sectional and house that big screen TV. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the entire first level to create a flowing floor plan. Retreat to the eat in kitchen featuring upgraded wood cabinets, granite countertops, custom backsplash and stainless steel appliances. The kitchen opens up to a vaulted living space which can accommodate whatever your needs...

Posted on 07/08/2023

Another Property Sold - 947 Locksley Lane, West Deptford, NJ 08096

Posted on 06/21/2023

Video Tour - 610 Billings Avenue, Paulsboro, NJ 08066

This two bedroom upper floor unit sits on a quiet street in the Billingsport section of Paulsboro. It could be a great one bedroom with an office or a two bedroom, whatever your needs maybe. It has recently installed brand new carpets and is freshly painted. BIG PLUS, HEAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RENT!!! The apartment also has a WASHER/DRYER and CENTRAL AIR!! There is a floored walk up attic which is usable for storage. This unit has sole use of convenient driveway parking. The back yard is shared with the downstairs tenant. Porch use is limited to the first floor tenant. Great rental in a nice neighborhood. NO SMOKING OR PETS. ...

Posted on 06/21/2023

610 Billings Avenue, Paulsboro, NJ 08066 is now new to the market!

This two bedroom upper floor unit sits on a quiet street in the Billingsport section of Paulsboro. It could be a great one bedroom with an office or a two bedroom, whatever your needs maybe. It has recently installed brand new carpets and is freshly painted. BIG PLUS, HEAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RENT!!! The apartment also has a WASHER/DRYER and CENTRAL AIR!! There is a floored walk up attic which is usable for storage. This unit has sole use of convenient driveway parking. The back yard is shared with the downstairs tenant. Porch use is limited to the first floor tenant. Great rental in a nice neighborhood. NO SMOKING OR PETS. ...

Posted on 05/30/2023

Another Property Sold - 25 Nova Court, Sewell, NJ 08080