Marianne Belanger's Blog

Posted on 03/27/2022

Should You Add Edging to Your Garden Beds?

Garden edging is an important element of landscaping design that serves many purposes. There are a variety of different materials and techniques for edging, ranging from professional installation to DIY weekend projects. If you’re wondering whether to add garden edging to your outdoor spaces, here are some key benefits to consider: Defining and Separating Spaces The obvious visual...

Exterior Design

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Posted on 03/20/2022

3 Common Homebuyer Fears & How to Handle Them

Buying a house can be a source of tremendous stress for many. It’s extremely common to feel overwhelmed and nervous about specific aspects of the process. Luckily, there are some answers to the scariest questions to help ease your mind. Here are some of the biggest homebuying fears and what to do about them: “What if I don’t...

Posted on 03/13/2022

Looking for Your Home's Best ROI? Try These Home Improvement Ideas

When planning renovations and upgrades around your home, knowing what kind of projects produce a decent return on investment (ROI) can be helpful. This is especially true if you plan on selling your home down the road. So, what are the home improvements with the greatest returns on investment? There are a few to consider! Exterior Landscaping Curb...

Home Improvements

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Posted on 03/06/2022

Green Real Estate Trends to Know

Sustainable and eco-friendly materials and practices continue to rise in popularity and accessibility in the real estate world. Technological advancements and increased awareness of environmental issues have made green real estate a smart choice in any location. Here are some of the main green real estate trends appearing in the market today: Energy Efficiency Energy efficient materials and...

Posted on 02/27/2022

Houseplants: How to Start Growing Indoor Bamboo

Despite its sheer beauty, bamboo has a bad rap as an outdoor plant because of its rapid growth and tendency to spread across the property. But those reasons are exactly why it makes for such an excellent indoor potted plant. Beyond that, it’s a low maintenance plant that is elegant and brightens up the room in an instant....

Posted on 02/20/2022

Is It Better to Flip Vacant Land or a House?

Flipping a house is a common practice among DIY enthusiasts and those wanting to make a quick profit in a hot housing market. Flipping land is also another way to improve and sell an existing property by investing your own time and money. While both options share similar benefits, they are better for some situations than others. Here...

Flipping

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Posted on 02/13/2022

Tips for growing indoor flowering plants

Indoor flowering plants might seem intimidating even to experienced houseplant owners. However, there are many options for low-maintenance indoor flowers to brighten up your home. It's also simpler to help your indoor flowering plants thrive if you follow some basic best practices. Here are some tips for growing indoor flowering plants: Give them enough sun While most plants...

Posted on 03/10/2022

Video Tour - 30 Houghton Court, Leominster, MA 01453

Commuters Dream! Located 1 mile from Route 2, this spacious 4 Bedroom Colonial is situated on a double lot on a dead-end street. Enjoy the charm of yesteryear with today's modern amenities. The 1st floor offers HWs, a side entry with mudroom & a 4 season sunroom in front of the house. The updated kitchen boasts cherry cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances & a breakfast bar! Pocket doors separate the living room & dining room & french doors provide access from the dining room into the foyer. The 1/2 bath has laundry hook-ups & there is space to add a shower. The finished 3rd floor offers additional living space,...

Posted on 03/10/2022

30 Houghton Court, Leominster, MA 01453 is now new to the market!

Commuters Dream! Located 1 mile from Route 2, this spacious 4 Bedroom Colonial is situated on a double lot on a dead-end street. Enjoy the charm of yesteryear with today's modern amenities. The 1st floor offers HWs, a side entry with mudroom & a 4 season sunroom in front of the house. The updated kitchen boasts cherry cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances & a breakfast bar! Pocket doors separate the living room & dining room & french doors provide access from the dining room into the foyer. The 1/2 bath has laundry hook-ups & there is space to add a shower. The finished 3rd floor offers additional living space,...

Posted on 02/25/2022

Video Tour - 58 Vista Circle, Holden, MA 01520

Welcome to the HIGHLANDS OF HOLDEN! This pristine, Contemporary/Split is situated on a beautiful 1/2 acre lot in a desirable cul-de-sac neighborhood, just minutes to Worcester & highways! PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP abounds - enjoy an open-concept floor plan with cathedral ceilings, recessed lights, abundant windows, custom blinds, gleaming hardwoods & a gas fireplace. The fully-applianced kitchen is perfect for entertaining & boasts an oversized center island, birch cabinets & granite counters. The dining room provides access to the PRIVATE rear patio that is fenced-in & includes a NEW SHED! This freshly painted home offers 3...

Posted on 02/25/2022

58 Vista Circle, Holden, MA 01520 is now new to the market!

Welcome to the HIGHLANDS OF HOLDEN! This pristine, Contemporary/Split is situated on a beautiful 1/2 acre lot in a desirable cul-de-sac neighborhood, just minutes to Worcester & highways! PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP abounds - enjoy an open-concept floor plan with cathedral ceilings, recessed lights, abundant windows, custom blinds, gleaming hardwoods & a gas fireplace. The fully-applianced kitchen is perfect for entertaining & boasts an oversized center island, birch cabinets & granite counters. The dining room provides access to the PRIVATE rear patio that is fenced-in & includes a NEW SHED! This freshly painted home offers 3...

Posted on 02/09/2022

Video Tour - 70 Lyman Street, Worcester, MA 01603

Cozy, sun-filled, 2-3 bedroom home features an updated kitchen, bath, and new floors thru-out! One of the bedrooms is being used as an office & has a corner, built-in desk which can be removed so you can add a bed. The adorable kitchen has a small nook that provides access to the backyard. Enjoy cookouts on the large rear deck, and privacy in the fenced-in yard that includes a Zen garden with exotic plants & a pear tree! There is a covered side porch, a convenient mudroom, and a full basement with exterior access. Enjoy economical gas heat (2021 gas cost was $1008), some updated plumbing, 100 amp circuit breakers, vinyl siding &...