Marianne Belanger's Blog

Posted on 02/06/2022

Are Solar Panels Worth the Investment? Here Are the Costs to Consider

For many years, homeowners have wanted to transition to sustainable energy, but found the upfront costs were not necessarily offset by the return on investment. Although many feel it's wise to convert to sustainable energy sources to protect the environment, homeowners dealing with sometimes tight budgets need to make cost-effective home improvement decisions. That's why checking in periodically...

Eco Friendly

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Posted on 01/30/2022

How to Upgrade Your Home's Exterior on a Budget

Whether you are putting your house on the market or just need a new look, there are plenty of exterior renovation projects you can handle yourself. The best part is that most of them are budget-friendly and easy to DIY. Here are some of the most affordable DIY projects to renovate your home’s exterior: Add a Path or...

Budget

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Posted on 01/23/2022

Want to Find the Best Rental Investment? Look for These 5 Things

Buying a rental property is an excellent way to invest in real estate. It can be very profitable as an individual or when working with a larger investment entity. However, some rental properties are definitely more profitable than others. If you're considering investing in a rental property, pay close attention to these key features: Neighborhood Profitable rentals are...

Investing

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Posted on 01/16/2022

Here's Why You Should Consider Alternatives to Pressure-Treated Wood for Your Deck or Patio

Many homeowners choose pressure-treated pine to build decks based on its price and longevity. While the material ranks as the undisputed go-to lumber for decks and patios, it may not be a perfect fit for every homeowner. That's largely because pressure-treated pine brings a few negatives to the table. About Pressure-Treated Lumber Originally, pressure-treated lumber used to contain...

Posted on 01/09/2022

How to Design Your Eclectic Style Bedroom

Eclectic design is all about creativity and combining elements of other styles. This is one reason why it’s an easy design to implement in your own home provided that you follow some basic guidelines. No matter your interpretation of the eclectic style, whatever you come up with will be completely unique to you. This makes it an excellent...

Bedroom

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Posted on 01/02/2022

What Type of Flooring is Best for Pets?

Photo by Zen Chung from Pexels When you have pets and are building a new home, you might want to take that into consideration when you choose the type of flooring for your home. All pets leave pet hair, scratches, dander and have accidents in the house. Some flooring types are hard to clean, and others scratch easily....

Posted on 12/26/2021

How to Prevent Landslides on Your Property

Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...

Posted on 12/19/2021

6 Tips for Choosing an Interior Design Color Scheme

Image by Bronisław Dróżka from Pixabay The colors you choose for different rooms can have a major impact on how your house looks overall. With so many color schemes to choose from, how can you decide which ones would work best for your home? Part of this comes down to your personal preferences, but there are other factors...

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 &...

Posted on 02/09/2022

70 Lyman Street, Worcester, MA 01603 is now new to the market!

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 &...

Posted on 12/27/2021

Another Property Sold - 11 Sampson St 11, Grafton, MA 01560

Beautiful END UNIT townhouse in fantastic location! This 2 bedroom 1 bathroom townhouse has hardwood floors in the living room and bedrooms. Spacious kitchen with a eat in area and tiled floors. Large bedrooms with amazing closets. This home is splashed in sunshine from windows on three sides. 2 parking spaces are assigned to the unit. Hop in the car and easily get to Route 146 and Mass Pike. Worcester is just a short commute and less than 20 minutes to 495! Why throw away money renting when you can own? Come see it before it's...

Posted on 12/14/2021

Another Property Sold - 270 Quinapoxet St, Holden, MA 01522

Sparkling new Colonial in sought after area will be ready in 60 days* Incredible open kitchen with custom soft close cabinets and granite counters* oversized center island breakfast bar open to sunny dining room* Huge living room with fireplace* Hardwood kitchen, dining, and living rooms* Tiled half-bath* four spacious second-floor bedrooms * Master bath with double sinks and 4' shower * First-floor study or 5th bedroom * Second-floor laundry room* Two car garage with opener* 12x10 Deck* 2 zone gas heating with central air* Gorgeous level lot* Quality local...