Diane Contarino's Blog

Posted on 11/20/2022

Basics for basement-to-rec-room remodeling

When growing households experience household congestion, expanding their usable living space footprint by remodeling the basement ranks among the best solutions, especially when extra recreational and lounging space is needed. Along with the increased quality-of-life benefits, a remodeled basement reportedly delivers upwards of a 7% return on investment. If you are considering transforming a basement into a rec...

Basement

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Posted on 11/13/2022

Tornado Safety: How to Prepare

With wind speeds of over 300 miles per hour, a tornado can be devastating. Luckily, meteorologists can predict them accurately enough to give you time to get to safety. Before a tornado comes, however, it's important to be prepared. Here are some tips for being tornado-ready: Know Where to Go Under ground is the safest place to go...

Home Safety

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Posted on 11/06/2022

Finding the best homeowners insurance for your needs

Choosing the best homeowners insurance can seem like a...

Home Insuranace

Homeowners Insurance

Posted on 10/30/2022

Work-from-home burnout: What it is and how your home can help with it

“Work from home burnout” refers to being in your home constantly and having a lack of location change affect your work-life balance and mental health negatively. Some have reported feeling tired or just losing their focus throughout the day the longer they work from home. In fact, remote workers may have to work a little more to make...

Posted on 10/23/2022

Tips for preventing burns at home

Burns can range from mild injuries to severe and permanent damage. However, there are ways to reduce your burn risk at home. Keep the following burn prevention tips in mind to keep safe from this type of injury. Lower your water heater temperature Your water heater could be producing water that's hot enough to scald or burn. Keep...

Posted on 10/16/2022

Benefits and Drawbacks of Investing in Sweat Equity

If you’re thinking about buying a fixer-upper or are interested in flipping homes, it’s important to understand sweat equity. This concept has to do with the time and effort you put into improving a property. Because it’s not based on dollar amounts, it's difficult to calculate. However, there are major pros and cons to investing your time as...

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 10/16/2022

Flooding: Tip and Tricks to Reduce and Prevent Flood Damage

Flooding can cause significant damage to your home and even make it uninhabitable in worst-case scenarios. Floods can lead to mold growth, wood rot and other types of water damage that can be costly to repair. Taking steps to prevent floods from occurring can protect your home from this kind of damage. Use these flood prevention tips to...

Emergency Preparedness

Flood Damage

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Posted on 11/18/2022

113 Kings Highway, Mount Royal, NJ 08061 now has a new price of $199,500!

Check out this picturesque spot on top of a hill as you enter into the Township of East Greenwich. This home is in the sending district of the elementary schools of Jeffrey Clark and Samuel Mickle which are highly rated along with Kingsway High School. Great location just twenty minutes from Philadelphia and an hour from the Jersey Shore. This three bedroom, one bath colonial is located on an oversized .41 acre lot in desirable Mount Royal. Enter into the spacious living room connected to the adjacent dining room, all with the original pine wood floors. The kitchen boasts oak cabinets and a convenient spot for a washer and dryer hookup. ...

Posted on 11/16/2022

Video Tour - 525 W Broad Street, Paulsboro, NJ 08066

Large office space available above the Sons of Italy Private Club on Broad Street in Paulsboro. There is a private exterior stairs entrance leading up to an open 42 by 34 square foot space. There is a small break room area and 2 private men and women's bathrooms. Heat, electric, gas and central air are all included in the rent. No other utility costs for the tenant besides internet/cable and insurance. Please contact the listing agent for any additional...

Posted on 11/16/2022

525 W Broad Street, Paulsboro, NJ 08066 is now new to the market!

Large office space available above the Sons of Italy Private Club on Broad Street in Paulsboro. There is a private exterior stairs entrance leading up to an open 42 by 34 square foot space. There is a small break room area and 2 private men and women's bathrooms. Heat, electric, gas and central air are all included in the rent. No other utility costs for the tenant besides internet/cable and insurance. Please contact the listing agent for any additional...

Posted on 10/20/2022

1240 Delsea Drive, Westville, NJ 08093 now has a new price of $150,000!

Land zoned BC3, Located on corner of Delsea Drive, Deptford Road and across from Turkey Hill Road. Approx. 175 feet of frontage on Delsea Drive. See attached permitted uses for BC3. Lots 8 & 10 are included in the...

Posted on 10/20/2022

1240 Delsea Drive, Westville, NJ 08093 now has a new price of $150,000!

Commercial property zoned BC3, Located on corner of Delsea Drive, Deptford Road and across from Turkey Hill Road. Approx. 175 feet of frontage on Delsea Drive. See attached permitted uses for BC3. Lots 8 & 10 are included in the...