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Those Eyes, Those Bow Ties….

Daniel Patrick Moynihan served several Presidents, and was a four-time NY Senator.  Google him and most of his pictures show a similar image:  hand to chin-very thoughtful,  eyebrows raised in…

Your Greatest Outdoors: 3 Reasons Exterior Paint Jobs Fail

We are ohsoclose to this season bursting into bloom, been hearing from lots of new people with an interest in getting their home to and outdoor space look it’s best, so…

What Do You Think Of My New Alter-Ego?

 Late last year I went thru a big learning curve…not about doing the job, but in how to market to, and reach the people I want to work with.  I…

The Liked Me! They Really, Really Liked Me!!

In this business, seeing is believing, but the #1 corollary is that they have to like you, and trust you, first.  Recently I got a call from a Realtor I met…

Why We Shake Hands

Did you ever wonder where  the tradition of  shaking hands came from?  In early times, people carried weapons in their right hands. When someone wanted to show another that they wished to…

Why Color Sells

We’ve all heard that saying…but do you know why? More importantly, do you want know how it can help sell your house?  There are three parts to the equation, the  first…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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