Marianne Belanger's Blog

Posted on 12/04/2022

Building projects to enhance your backyard

If you want to enhance your outdoor living space as well as the interior, there are countless ways to add functionality and aesthetic appeal with DIY building projects. You can transform an empty backyard into a custom oasis in a variety of ways. To get started, here are some ideas for backyard building projects to try: Build a...

Backyard

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Posted on 11/27/2022

The who, what & why of servicing a loan

Mortgage servicers are companies responsible for the...

Loan Servicing

Mortgage Lender

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Posted on 11/20/2022

Considering Granite Countertops? Here's What You Should Know

Your kitchen counter is one of the most heavily used surfaces in the home. Everything from food preparation to working from home can happen in the kitchen, and the countertop material plays a major role in those activities and the overall look and feel of the kitchen. Granite has been a popular choice for decades. However, there are...

Budget

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Posted on 11/13/2022

Here's what homeowners should know about rates for second mortgages

For homeowners who want financing in addition to an...

Second Mortgage

Rates

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Posted on 11/06/2022

3 Things to Look for in a New Home City

Buying a home in another state can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to begin your search. How do you know where you want to live if you’ve never been there before? Luckily, there are some excellent ways you can make the process easier through careful research. Here are the main things you’ll want to research...

Attractions

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Posted on 10/30/2022

What Kind of Curtains Should You Use in Your Living Room?

The right window treatments can add personality and depth to any room. No matter the size or amount of windows in a space, curtains are a key part of your interior design and personal style. If you’re wanting to refresh the look of your living room with new curtains, here are some great ideas to inspire you: Matching...

Accordion

Curtains

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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...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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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 11/25/2022

Another Property Sold - 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...

Real Estate

Worcester

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Posted on 11/08/2022

7 Crescent Way 203, Sturbridge, MA 01518 now has a new price of $248,500!

REDUCED! 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, & plenty of closet space. THE CONDO FEE INCLUDES 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...

Real Estate

Sturbridge

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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,...

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