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I’ll Tell You What You Want (What You Really Really Want)
We romanticize mavericks, and secretly relish the image of rebels or non-conformist, but home at night in our bunny slippers, deep down, we crave order, yearn for accomplishments, and welcome new…
California Chrome: Colors, and Destiny
Never been a horse person…but what drew me in enough to read California Chrome’s story, chuckle at the story behind “DAP” on the silks, then be genuinely touched by, and interested in…
Three Things Amateur Home Stagers Miss
Rooted in the word ‘love’, Wikipedia defines amateur as someone who loves doing something, but does it casually, is unpaid/under-paid, new and inexperienced, and/or often self-taught. TRH heartily supports homeowners doing things on their own…when they know what…
De-Personalizing “DE-PERSONALIZATION”
“What do you know about Staging?” is how I begin my Home Staging workshops. After a moment of hesitation, someone will tentatively offer- ‘de-personalize, de-clutter’. My next question-“OK, why?”- elicits a few responses that start off strong, parroting…
Staging FAQs: What About Virtual Staging?
Staging FAQs-it’s b-a-a-a-c-k! Snappy answers to your most pressing questions about preparing your property for sale, Virtual Staging has been a hot topic lately. Essentially photo-shopping furniture/furnishings into shots of…
The Refreshed Home: Good Cop or Bad Cop?
Good Cop/Bad Cop is a time-honored cliche, a tool used to shake up the equilibrium, and prod someone into action. The Good Cop is supportive, looking out for you; the…
Resolved for 2014: Swearing Off the 80s
One of the reality checks I do every so often is troll through the older, and price-reduced listings. After the initial bum-out, I’m energized, convinced I have been gifted with a fresh new…
FAQs: Westchester Real Estate: Sellers Market, or Buyers Market?
Real Estate fascinates me, and the state of Real Estate in Westchester County is certainly an engaging, and challenging topic. But an even better, more telling question would be what is the state of…
Staging Your Home to Sell: Bronxville Adult School Monday 1/14
After many years in this business, working in many, many houses, and with their homeowners- two things have been proven to me: First-people can do more than they think they can. Second-they will usually…
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