Diane Contarino's Blog

Posted on 05/09/2021

Image by Tumisu from Pixabay It's easy to think that investing in real estate is an incredibly expensive venture. You may think you need thousands if not tens of thousands saved before you can even think about it. But there are ways to jumpstart your portfolio even if you're renting one of the cheapest apartments in your neighborhood....

Investment

Loans

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Posted on 05/02/2021

Is Now a Good Time to Purchase a Second Home?

Although you might already own a house, now may prove to be a good time to pursue a second residence. For example, if you have always wanted to own a home in the mountains, you can purchase a second residence to make your dream come true. On the other hand, if you want to own a vacation residence on...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

Posted on 04/25/2021

3 Reasons You Should Build an Accessible New Home

Photo by ThisIsEngineering via Pexels Many of the open floor plans and spacious kitchens require only minor adjustments to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Although ADA considerations might not be on a contractor’s or architect’s radar when drafting state-of-the-art blueprints, there are persuasive reasons to build accessible new construction homes. 1: ADA-Compliant Kitchens Can Increase...

Posted on 04/18/2021

Perennial Plants to Reinvigorate Your Home

Photo by Nile via Pixabay Perennials are beautiful plants that bloom and breathe new life into any surrounding. Unlike annuals, they don’t have to be ripped up and replanted each and every spring. Here are a few lovely perennial flowers that’ll bring life to your home year after year, with very little maintenance! Valerian Valerian is a plant...

Garden

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Posted on 04/11/2021

Sellers: Marketing Your Home as Pet-Friendly

Image by Ángel Garcia from Pixabay Many homebuyers are putting their pets first while looking for a place to live. They want a space that will work well for everyone in their household, all their pets included. If you have a truly pet-friendly property, then you can capture the attention of those individuals by marketing it as such....

Posted on 04/04/2021

Are You Ready to Address Homebuying Hurdles?

Purchasing a home may prove to be a long, arduous process, particularly for individuals who fail to prepare for potential house buying hurdles. Thankfully, there are several things that you can do to put yourself in position to enjoy a successful homebuying journey, such as: 1. Establish Realistic Expectations Much in the same way that Rome was not built...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

Posted on 05/10/2021

Another Property Sold - 2 Cedar Circle, Woodbury, NJ 08096

Posted on 05/06/2021

167 W Cohawkin Road, Clarksboro, NJ 08020 now has a new price of $250,000!

This 1.47 acre lot is clear, level and ready for development. Located right off of Exit 18 of 295. Join WAWA, Royal Farms, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts, Travel Centers of America, Dragons Nest Chinese Restaurant, gas stations and local restaurant/package goods and start your new business. There is also a strip of stores with a post office, hair salon, and offices adjacent to the property. Directly across the street is a Ryan homes development starting with new construction. East Greenwich is growing in leaps and bounds. The property is zoned B-2. Many permitted uses, including but not limited to drive through restaurant, bank, warehouse,...

Posted on 05/06/2021

167 W Cohawkin Road, Clarksboro, NJ 08020 now has a new price of $250,000!

This 1.47 acre lot is clear, level and ready for development. Located right off of Exit 18 of Interstate 295. Join WAWA, Royal Farms, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts, Travel Centers of America, gas stations and a local restaurant/package goods store. There is also a strip of stores located adjacent to the lot with a post office, hair salon, and offices. Directly across the street is a Ryan homes development of new construction. What a great place to start a new business. East Greenwich is growing in leaps and bounds. The property is zoned B-2. Many permitted uses, including but not limited to drive through restaurant, bank, warehouse, office,...

Posted on 04/07/2021

Video Tour - 66 E Meadowbrook Circle, Sicklerville, NJ 08081

Check out this stupendous colonial, located in the desirable Meadowbrook Development. No through traffic in this quiet cul de sac of homes….only one way in and out. Many recent upgrades have been completed. As you approach, the entryway is impressive with pavers leading to the front landing complimented by pillars and a beautiful transom window above the entry door. Enter the 2 story foyer and you are greeted by a stunning chandelier, hardwood floors, staircase and a just a complete feeling of welcome home. Pride of ownership shows in this exquisite home. All of the exterior stucco was recently touched up and freshly painted, the...

Posted on 04/07/2021

66 E Meadowbrook Circle, Sicklerville, NJ 08081 is now new to the market!

Check out this stupendous colonial, located in the desirable Meadowbrook Development. No through traffic in this quiet cul de sac of homes….only one way in and out. Many recent upgrades have been completed. As you approach, the entryway is impressive with pavers leading to the front landing complimented by pillars and a beautiful transom window above the entry door. Enter the 2 story foyer and you are greeted by a stunning chandelier, hardwood floors, staircase and a just a complete feeling of welcome home. Pride of ownership shows in this exquisite home. All of the exterior stucco was recently touched up and freshly painted, the...

Posted on 04/06/2021

Another Property Sold - 230 Ashton Drive, Gibbstown, NJ 08027