Marianne Belanger's Blog

Posted on 10/23/2022

Tips for prepping your car for winter

At home, keeping a first aid kit or storm kit is a great...

Car Emergency Kit

Car Safety

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Posted on 10/16/2022

How to incorporate Mid-Mod with these four DIY ideas

Affectionately known as Mid-Mod, this mid-century interior design movement is heavily influenced by the angular, funky style of the middle of the 20th century. It takes the best of what the late 1950s and early 1960s had to offer and gives it a contemporary twist. Here are four DIY Mid-Mod home decor projects to try: DIY hairpin leg...

Posted on 10/16/2022

Tornado Safety Guidelines for Home & Beyond

Preparing for a disaster at home is key to staying safe in the event of an emergency. However, every home is different, and the likelihood of you being away from home when a disaster occurs means you should prepare for as many possible situations as you can. For tornado safety, the guidelines can vary depending on where you...

Emergency Preparedness

Home Safety

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Posted on 10/09/2022

Pet-Friendly Alternatives to Sago Palm

Palms are an excellent way to bring the tropics home. With many varieties to choose from, it's important to know which will work best for your household and everyone in it. Unlike the highly toxic sago palm, there are plenty of palm plants perfectly safe for pets and humans. Here are some suggestions to inspire you: Parlor Palm...

Posted on 10/02/2022

Moving Tips: How to Pack Delicate Drinkware

Packing up your kitchen to prepare for a move requires careful organization. With so many shapes and sizes of items in your kitchen, it’s important to pack everything in the right way. Glassware and cups are a common pain point in packing a kitchen because of their fragility and irregular shape. However, there are some tricks and strategies...

Posted on 09/25/2022

Plumbing Repairs That Absolutely Need a Professional

It may be simple enough to unclog your toilet with a plunger or do other simple plumbing repairs. However, a plumber should handle more serious plumbing issues. Without prompt plumbing repairs, in some cases, your home could end up with major water damage. But when should you have professional plumbers make repairs? If you have any of the...

Posted on 10/18/2022

Another Property Rented - 59 Garrison Ave., Worcester, MA 01606

Burncoat - 2 bedroom raised ranch offers CENTRAL AIR, gas heat & hot water, gleaming hardwoods, and an updated, fully applianced kitchen with cathedral ceilings, skylights & track lighting! This well-kept home features a formal living room & dining room, an updated bath, a large 3-season sunroom with a deck off the back, and a 1 car garage. There is a semi-finished basement with laundry & garage access. The roof is young, and there are newer windows & vinyl siding. Located in a lovely neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, just minutes to highways & shopping. Available October 1st. A credit score of 700+ is required, no pets,...

Posted on 09/30/2022

Video Tour - 59 Garrison Ave., Worcester, MA 01606

Burncoat - 2 bedroom raised ranch offers CENTRAL AIR, gas heat & hot water, gleaming hardwoods, and an updated, fully applianced kitchen with cathedral ceilings, skylights & track lighting! This well-kept home features a formal living room & dining room, an updated bath, a large 3-season sunroom with a deck off the back, and a 1 car garage. There is a semi-finished basement with laundry & garage access. The roof is young, and there are newer windows & vinyl siding. Located in a lovely neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, just minutes to highways & shopping. Available October 1st. A credit score of 700+ is required, no pets,...

Posted on 09/30/2022

59 Garrison Ave., Worcester, MA 01606 is now new to the market!

Burncoat - 2 bedroom raised ranch offers CENTRAL AIR, gas heat & hot water, gleaming hardwoods, and an updated, fully applianced kitchen with cathedral ceilings, skylights & track lighting! This well-kept home features a formal living room & dining room, an updated bath, a large 3-season sunroom with a deck off the back, and a 1 car garage. There is a semi-finished basement with laundry & garage access. The roof is young, and there are newer windows & vinyl siding. Located in a lovely neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, just minutes to highways & shopping. Available October 1st. A credit score of 700+ is required, no pets,...

Posted on 09/25/2022

7 Crescent Way 203, Sturbridge, MA 01518 now has a new price of $254,900!

Resale at Crescent Gate, a 55 + complex with elevator access & underground parking & storage. Handicap-friendly with extra-wide doorways & low thresholds. This immaculate one-bedroom garden-style condo is located on the 2nd floor & offers an open floor plan, central air, a fully applianced eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances, a washer & dryer, and plenty of closet space. The condo fee includes the gas heat, water & sewer. There is no need to leave the complex with amenities such as a Theatre Room, Gym, Library & Billiards Room! Entertaining is a breeze with the use of a fully equipped common kitchen with a...

Posted on 09/24/2022

Another Property Sold - 6 Willow Court, Oxford, MA 01540

This hidden jewel is located on a private, 5-home cul-de-sac offering pride of ownership & upgrades galore! The Farmer's Porch faces east & is a perfect place to relax! There are 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, hardwoods thru-out, a formal dining room & a spacious living room with french doors that provide access to the fireplaced family room. Cooking is a joy in the updated kitchen that includes quartz counters, a tumbled marble backsplash, stainless appliances & Hickory cabinets. The 2nd floor features a master bedroom & bath with a jacuzzi & granite, in addition to 2 other bedrooms & a guest bath with granite. The...

Posted on 09/20/2022

Video Tour - 6 Knollwood Drive, Worcester, MA 01609

Welcome to this hidden JEWEL located on a private, 1-acre lot in the heart of the West Side! Entertaining & family fun begins with the heated in-ground Gunite pool featuring a natural stone diving board! The “Monet” bridge & waterfall offer peace & serenity while enjoying the beautiful perennials thru-out the fenced-in yard. The oversized flagstone patio & spacious screened-in porch w/flagstone floor provide plenty of space for BBQ’s & get-togethers! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Mid-Century Ranch has central air; an updated eat-in kitchen w/stainless appliances; a fireplaced living room & dining room w/built-ins; a 1/2...