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Fire Death In Yorktown: Clutter Prevented Rescue

A few hours ago, a fast-moving fire took the life of an elderly woman in Yorktown Heights.  It was noted several time throughout the newscast that firefighters did all they…

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945 East Main Street, Shrub Oak NY: Before, During and After

My client was expanding into a new territory, and wanted  the  building to match his vision. The exterior needed a classic look, one that complimented the stone base and it’s architecture.…

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When My Little Brain Gets The Best Of Me…

“Defending Your Life” is one of my favorite movies of all time.  Released in 1991, it starts Meryl Streep and Albert Brooks.  It’s a comedy, but with profound moments. The movie opens…

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SO-How Many Cats Do You Have?? Handling Tough Staging Scenerios, Part Three

OK,  so by now we are good with overly-doting parents, refrigerator clutter, and ‘the party house’;    sex, religion and politics-right?   EXCELLENT!!  Onward, then!!                                    QUESTION:  What do pets, kids, people who…

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Ruminations: Success Delayed Is Not Success Denied

I love trivia. Sometimes just little bits of information, easy to remember can add to a conversation, or fill in some blanks to a story or situation, bettering your understanding. Other…

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Asked For, And Answered: Thank You, Active Rainers!!

Have talked about ActiveRain before…it’s an online community of real estate professionals, now aver 200K strong. Have been an AR member a little over a year, active with it about 9 months. …

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Let’s Get Your House SOLD: Coming To Mt. Kisco Library Saturday March 12!!

  Why should I spend money to decorate a house I’m just going to sell? If someone doesn’t like my collection of  ____, well, that’s just too bad!! Can’t buyers…

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Top 10 Reasons You Should Just Change The #@(% Carpet Already!!

In most any room, walls- all vertical surfaces, including windows-make up the largest  surface area, followed by floors.  Depending on the quality of the product and wear it’s received, 8…

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Ruminations: The “Best Picture” That Almost Never Got Made

You know those things you come across from time to time that just make you say an inner ‘wow’? Simple statements, thoughts or bits of trivia that are intriguing enough to fill in…

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Why I Am Happy Today

Some people dislike, even dread their birthdays.  NOT ME!!  Especially as I collect more and more, each one is all the more reason to celebrate. While I like to look…

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Marie approaches her recommendations with a down-to-earth sensibility and is also a lot of fun! I have a new friend.

– Susan Sachs, Chappaqua

After Marie staged our house, we had second thoughts about leaving. Couldn't believe we live here.

– Paula and Roger, Hastings-on-Hudson

I don’t always like deferring to experts, but my investment was paid back approximately 20:1.

– Thor Mann, Croton-on-Hudson

Marie has a skill set that is professional and gentle. She removes a homeowner's stress and feeling of being overwhelmed.

– Bonnie Stein, Julia B Fee, Rye

Marie was very easy to work with. I wish we had used her expertise years ago!

– Barry Zelin, Ardsley

Marie Graham gets 5 stars from us! She was spot on in knowing exactly how our house should look for the photographs and the showings.

– Charlotte and Hal, Ardsley

Marie helped us with both selling our old home and decorating our new home. She recommends practical items of good value and is so committed to the details.

– Sandy McCormick Sleepy Hollow

I'm very thankful for Marie's excellent suggestions, from paint colors to floor finishes. We had 3 offers and sold above the asking price!

– George Casale, Bronxville

Marie is the color whisperer. We wanted totally new colors, and now our home is colorful, energizing and harmonious. Our friends comment on how welcoming and warm it is.

– Lesa Rader

She is smart, funny, engaging, with a great eye and creative ideas that we’ve implemented ourselves. I highly recommend her!

– Nan F., White Plains

She’s through and goes throught your home without judgment, providing recommendations with absolutely no pressure.

– Karen Dreher, New Rochelle