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10 Ways Preparing A Property For Sale Is A Lot Like Yoga

10 Ways Preparing A Property For Sale Is A Lot Like Yoga Regular readers will know I started an absolute beginner yoga class in November.  Training my body to move in…

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Does ENTITLEMENT Really Mean How You Feel About OTHER PEOPLES’ Benefits?

There are some things in the world are really starting to chafe me. A current AARP  ad shows a 60+ actor speaking, presumably to politicians in general, warning them not to mess with seniors’…

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They Got This Call Right

      It takes a great deal of character stregnth to apologize quickly and out of the heart, rather than out of pity.  A person must possess himself and…

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The Wisdom Of Sir Winston

The Wisdom Of Sir Winston Been thinking about Winston Churchill a lot lately…HA-bet you’ve never read that opening line before!!   Always found his quotes both intriguing and centering…direct and succinct,…

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the ‘little c’

the ‘little c’ Today I have two messages, connected in an unexpected way. Earlier today I underwent a routine health screening procedure that is recommended for people  my age.  Everything…

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Stagers And Agents, Part Deux

    Stagers and Agents Together, Part Deux     It’s been a week of big thinking. Last weekend I wrote a post on ActiveRain about Agents working with Stagers, and it was and it was featured…

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CHANGE: Something We Can ALL Get Behind

CHANGE: Something We Can ALL Get…Behind Such a powerful word. Immediately it can inspire a plethora of images and emotions. In world of  the refreshed home, I have observed a…

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Furniture Sharehouse: Getting Mattresses For Westchester Residents in Need

Four years ago I came to know of Furniture Sharehouse through an article in the local paper…where unwanted, unneeded furniture in good condition was  collected, then re-distributed free, to local residents in need. Victims…

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Sometimes It IS What We Say

Is it just me, or is absolutely everyone else talking/reading/thinking Real Estate these days?! With all the quantity of ‘stuff’ out there, it’s harder to recognize, then retain the pearls…wanted to share two…

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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…

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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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When Sex Does Not Sell: Nine Top Staging Solutions, Part Two

Fine for everything from toothpaste and cars, electronics, vacation destinations and upscale frozen food.  Remember Carol Merrill from Let’s Make A Deal?  Lawn mowers never looked better. Your listing?  Snort…giggle…blush…awkward silence…umm, not so…

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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