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Scrooge, or Tree-Hugger? Options for a “Green” Christmas

  Today’s local news broadcast covered the numerous area Christmas tree lightings, including the stories of where many of these trees came from. Local donor families were interviewed, and the countdowns to the actual…

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Channeling John Belushi

Channeling John Belushi John Belushi  had a recurring character, Science Editor on the Weekend Update.  He offered commentary on ordinary current events, like St. Patrick’s Day, Skylab falling, or the weather. They started out…

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GIVING THE GIFT: Original Art

One of the founding beliefs behind the refreshed home is that local, greater good and supporting the community will enrich us all, exponentially. Art could have been one of the earliest examples of…

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Parenting Your Parent: Senior Transitioning Made Easier

Each year at holiday time most of us gather with friends and family. While these are largely  happy times, it can be a real eye-opener for adult children with parents who are getting…

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Love, Life, Stress and the New York Times

Newspapers cause me great concern. Obvious reasons (like content) aside, I love knowledge, and being more aware of what is going on in the world; hate to see so much paper used in…

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Stop Agreeing With Me, Just DO Something!!

Have written about belonging to ActiveRain before, the nationwide online community of Real Estate professionals, almost 197K strong. As a Stager, it’s a great place to be-these are some of the…

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Got Reunion??

This coming weekend is probably the busiest weekend of the year for high school reunions. You may even be holding onto an invitation to one! You know where it is-in…

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I Was Floored!

Earlier this week I was in NYC at the Design and Decoration (D&D) building to straighten out a wallpaper dyelot and labeling “situation” (yes, that will definitely be food for…

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Paying It Forward, One Shoebox At A Time

In addition to this blog, I also post on Active Rain, the online community for Real Estate Professionals, 196K strong.  Because what I do is so localized, my posts usually start…

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WHAT DO YOU MEAN My Kitchen/Bathroom/Basement/Deck Isn’t Legal??

OK< house is ready-nice listing photos, everyone is remembering to keep the house neat, there are good showings. YAY! There is an acceptable offer!!   DOUBLE YAY!!  Buyer financials are looking good,…

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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