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Stagers are Starters

Stagers Are Starters

Originally published December 26, 2020. Updated for Spring Training 2022 Sports professionals know the importance of starting strong. They know it’s easier to establish, and maintain their momentum than it…

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Should We Stay, or Should We Go?

Originally published July 7, 2010;  updated June 15, 2022 Should we stay, or should we go? 80’s British rockers The Clash (earworm alert!) gave that question a backbeat, but here…

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Basket of unknown and unlikely elements

CHOPPED: The Home Version

CHOPPED: The Home Version isn’t a game where you draw ingredient cards and advance on a board filled with different culinary challenges. And it’s not an app either. (Not sure…

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It’s Only Weird if it Doesn’t Work: How to ‘See’ Ideas

You might guess 10-12% of the population is left-handed. Or, roughly 8-9% have blue eyes. But did you know that maybe only 5% have spatial visualization ability-that is, being able…

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Staging Co-ops and Condos

Staging Co-ops and Condos, Part One

Staged co-ops and condos seems oxymoronic in Westchester’s hot real estate market, right? I mean, buyers are not spending a lot of money. And if they’re not happy, they should…

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UPDATED: Donating and Thrifting in Westchester County

Many of us enjoy the yin-yang of donating and thrifting. Clearing out some things, supporting a good cause, acquiring new treasures, usually for a pretty good price-it’s green and economical. …

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Some of My Best Friends Are Analogies

Good communication isn’t about quantity, volume, or fancy words. It’s knowing how to have a point or idea resonate and be memorable. And sometimes it’s about finding kinder ways to…

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Why Bother Staging in a Hot Market?

“There were ____ showings!” “They got ___  offers” “Buyer waived the ____ contingency” “Contracts were signed in ____ days!” “It went for ____ over ask” Fill in the blanks any…

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Consults for a Cause

Consults for a Cause January 2021: Hearts to Homes

When your space is “right”-and that means whatever’s right for you-good things can happen. Your entire being is supported, and your energy is freed up to go out and do…

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Do These Things Now for Best Early Spring Market Listing Photos

Depending on the weather, and who you ask, early spring market can start  anywhere from December 26th (that’d be me)  to Groundhog Day, or Super Bowl Monday. This year it’s…

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Consults for a Cause: Feeding Westchester

Consults for a Cause, October 2020: Feeding Westchester

October 2020’s Consults for a Cause beneficiary is Feeding Westchester.  Known as the Food Bank of Westchester when it first opened its doors three decades ago, Feeding Westchester has both…

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Announcing Consults for a Cause

Originally published in Septemeber 2020, this post is updated with every new campaign. The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as…

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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