New Jersey Home Building Blog

3 Things to Know About Building a Shore Home on LBI

Andrew Giannattasio | Jul 13, 2020

Long Beach Island is an idyllic beach town where people from all over New Jersey come to escape. When building a custom home in LBI, you’ll want to settle on a style that works both your family as well as the coastal landscape. The good news is there are plenty of Jersey Shore beach home styles to choose from.

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Spotting a Beach House Scam on Long Beach Island

Andrew Giannattasio | Apr 13, 2020

Do you own a beach house that you rent out to vacationers while you're not using it? If so, you could become the victim of a scam, if you're not careful. Beach house scammers have been known to do everything from steal beach house furniture to rent out homes they don't own to unsuspecting victims. As a property owner, maintaining awareness of potential scams and watching for suspicious activity can protect you, protect your property and may even protect victims that you've never met.

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How Much Does it Cost to Raise a House in a Coastal Flood Zone?

Andrew Giannattasio | Aug 30, 2019

Long Beach Island, NJ has a million benefits; this 18-mile stretch of northeastern greatness has enough refinement to keep locals content and enough excitement to seduce visitors. Just ask either and they'll sing the praises of soft, sandy beaches, high-end putting greens, seafood aplenty, and awe-inspiring ocean views.

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To Raise or Raze? That is the Question

Andrew Giannattasio | Aug 26, 2019

 

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Flood Insurance for Your Custom Home in Long Beach Island

Andrew Giannattasio | Aug 22, 2019

 

Life happens. More importantly, nature happens. And though thinking about natural disasters might feel morbid and unpleasant, protecting your home from the beautiful but volatile ocean is a must when you live on Long Beach Island. In fact, depending on where you choose to plant roots, flood insurance could be a requirement of your mortgage.

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