Diane Contarino's Blog

Posted on 03/06/2022

Sometimes decorating a small space can feel just as daunting as decorating a large one. For those with small bedrooms, it can be especially difficult to find a balance between decoration and maximizing available space. Luckily, there are some ways you can make a small bedroom feel bigger while adding style at the same time. Here are some...

Bedroom

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Posted on 02/27/2022

Tips for Decorating Your First Home

Purchasing your first home is an exciting milestone. While it may have been overwhelming to search for available properties and submit an offer on the one that fit all of your criteria, the real work begins after you sign the papers and get the keys. Now that you are a homeowner, it's time to decorate the space and...

Posted on 02/20/2022

How to add value to your home in 3 ways

You may be wondering how to add value to your home, regardless of whether you’re selling now or in the future. Investing in your residence can benefit your quality of life while also increasing eventual selling price and overall home value. Luckily, there are plenty of simple things you can do to boost your home value. Here are...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 02/13/2022

How to Build Your Own Vertical Herb Garden

There are few things more satisfying than cooking with your own fresh herbs. However, growing your own herbs is not always convenient in small spaces. With a vertical herb garden, you can fit a dozen or more different plants without taking up a ton of patio space. Plus, you can build the garden yourself. Here we’ll go over...

Posted on 02/06/2022

Home Theater: Ways to Bring Big Theater Snacks Home

Part of the fun of having a home theater is trying to create the atmosphere of an actual movie theater in your house. Setting up a projector screen and surround sound system, along with reclining seats, can help you achieve this, but you can take it a step further with a concession stand. These stands provide a convenient...

Posted on 01/30/2022

Your Guide to Seller Financing Options

In real estate transactions, homebuyers have to obtain some kind of financing. Typically, this additional monetary support comes from a third party institution like a bank or mortgage lender. However, sometimes the seller may also offer financing directly. There are many options available depending on the specific need and situation. Here is a basic overview of seller financing...

Financing

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Posted on 03/10/2022

771 Wick Boulevard, Woodbury, NJ 08096 is now new to the market!

Check out this charming cape cod complete with a brand new maintenance free, trek deck, wraparound porch. What a perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage. Enter into the open floor plan, combination living & dining room, complimented by a large picture window which offers an abundance of natural sunlight. The galley kitchen is located off the dining room boasting a beautiful farm style sink, overlay granite transformation counters and a coordinating back splash. Stainless steel appliances complete the updated kitchen. The first floor also hosts one bedroom on the main level and a full bath. Upstairs...

Posted on 02/18/2022

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

Posted on 02/16/2022

Video Tour - 21 Center Avenue, Westville, NJ 08093

GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!! This property is a fully rented triplex with an additional 4th rental income from a garage($700) equaling a total monthly rental income of $3,360. Property consists of one HUGE 2 bedroom unit($1,050) and two 1 bedroom units($780 & $830). The 2 bedroom unit has a 3rd floor finished attic space that could be used as extra living space or storage. The garage is a 4 plus bay unit consisting of 2 spaces 28 X 22 and 30 X 30 attached by a man door. Architectural dimensional shingle roof, windows and gas boiler heaters were all installed in 2002 and have been meticulously maintained. The 3 hot water heaters...

Posted on 02/16/2022

21 Center Avenue, Westville, NJ 08093 is now new to the market!

GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!! This property is a fully rented triplex with an additional 4th rental income from a garage($700) equaling a total monthly rental income of $3,360. Property consists of one HUGE 2 bedroom unit($1,050) and two 1 bedroom units($780 & $830). The 2 bedroom unit has a 3rd floor finished attic space that could be used as extra living space or storage. The garage is a 4 plus bay unit consisting of 2 spaces 28 X 22 and 30 X 30 attached by a man door. Architectural dimensional shingle roof, windows and gas boiler heaters were all installed in 2002 and have been meticulously maintained. The 3 hot water heaters...

Posted on 01/28/2022

Video Tour - 25 Nova Court, Sewell, NJ 08080

Spectacular updated rental in a secluded location on a cul de sac. This home has been revamped from top to bottom! The kitchen features white cabinets, granite counter tops, custom back splash and a top of the line stainless steel Frigidaire appliance package complete with gas stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. The landlord is providing a GE washer and dryer for the tenants use. There is recessed lighting throughout the home. The floating laminate wood floors are designed specifically for installation on homes without basements and there are newer carpets in the two spacious bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Both baths have...

Posted on 01/28/2022

25 Nova Court, Sewell, NJ 08080 is now new to the market!

Spectacular updated rental in a secluded location on a cul de sac. This home has been revamped from top to bottom! The kitchen features white cabinets, granite counter tops, custom back splash and a top of the line stainless steel Frigidaire appliance package complete with gas stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. The landlord is providing a GE washer and dryer for the tenants use. There is recessed lighting throughout the home. The floating laminate wood floors are designed specifically for installation on homes without basements and there are newer carpets in the two spacious bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Both baths have...