Diane Contarino's Blog

Posted on 10/09/2022

If your yard or garden space doesn’t get much sun during the day, it’s valuable to know the best plants for shade. There are plenty of plant options with colorful flowers and foliage that make perfect additions to a shady garden. Here is a quick guide to some of the best plants for shade gardens: Hosta Hosta is...

Colorful Plants

Gardening

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Posted on 10/02/2022

A seller's guide to capital gain on real estate

Among the myriad costs associated with selling a home,...

Posted on 09/25/2022

Want to Invest in Luxury Real Estate? Here Are 3 Ways to Start

Real estate investment opportunities come in many forms. Whether you own and manage a rental property, own shares in an investment trust or anything in between, it's possible to get great returns on investment. High-end or luxury real estate has always been considered a profitable way to go in investing. But how do you get started? Here are...

Investing

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Posted on 09/18/2022

How to Keep Your Cyclamen Blooming

Cyclamen are popular for their bright fall and winter flowers. Often given as gifts during the holiday season, cyclamen flowers can last for several weeks indoors. However, once the blooms have wilted and the plant becomes dormant, many plant owners find it difficult to encourage them to bloom a second time. Luckily, there are steps you can take...

Posted on 09/11/2022

Water damage: Key basics to remember

Water damage to homes is a major concern among...

What To Do Water Damage

Waterproofing

Posted on 09/04/2022

How to Sell to a First-Time Homebuyer

First-time homebuyers are an important subset of potential customer every agent and seller should know. As younger generations reach the age and stage of wanting to purchase a home, they’ll be entering the market with specific needs. If you’re selling your home—either through an agent or by owner—here are some of the most important things to do to...

Posted on 08/28/2022

Budget-Friendly Ways to Customize Your Flower Pots

You don’t need to spend a fortune on expensive flower pots and planters. Decorating a plain pot and turning it into a custom piece is simple and inexpensive and can really make a difference in your plant collection’s aesthetic. No matter your style, terracotta pots make the perfect starting point for this project. Here are some tips you...

Posted on 08/21/2022

Land art is a term originating in the art world of the 1960s. Also called earth art or earthworks, land art was born from a combination of reaction to the increasingly commercialized and commodified nature of art and environmental activism. Land art has remained popular throughout the decades and you can find many famous examples all over the...

Posted on 10/05/2022

Another Property Sold - 969 Franklinville Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062

Posted on 09/28/2022

Video Tour - 252 Beacon Avenue, Paulsboro, NJ 08066

Check out this gorgeous multi level home, located on a dead end street that borders a recreation park with views of the famous Tinicum Rear Range Lighthouse. This home has it all! As you enter into the foyer, you are greeted by an open floor plan encompassing the living and dining rooms which are adjacent to the large kitchen. The kitchen is complete with wood cabinets, plentiful counter space and stainless steel appliances. It opens up to the dining area which is big enough for all of those family/holiday meals. There is easy access to the enormous backyard and deck through upgraded French doors with mini blinds between the glass. ...

Posted on 09/28/2022

Video Tour - 252 Beacon Avenue, Paulsboro, NJ 08066

Check out this gorgeous multi level home, located on a dead end street that borders a recreation park with views of the famous Tinicum Rear Range Lighthouse. This home has it all! As you enter into the foyer, you are greeted by an open floor plan encompassing the living and dining rooms which are adjacent to the large kitchen. The kitchen is complete with wood cabinets, plentiful counter space and stainless steel appliances. It opens up to the dining area which is big enough for all of those family/holiday meals. There is easy access to the enormous backyard and deck through upgraded French doors with mini blinds between the glass. ...

Posted on 09/28/2022

252 Beacon Avenue, Paulsboro, NJ 08066 is now new to the market!

Check out this gorgeous multi level home, located on a dead end street that borders a recreation park with views of the famous Tinicum Rear Range Lighthouse. This home has it all! As you enter into the foyer, you are greeted by an open floor plan encompassing the living and dining rooms which are adjacent to the large kitchen. The kitchen is complete with wood cabinets, plentiful counter space and stainless steel appliances. It opens up to the dining area which is big enough for all of those family/holiday meals. There is easy access to the enormous backyard and deck through upgraded French doors with mini blinds between the glass. ...