Marianne Belanger's Blog

Posted on 09/11/2022

DIY Fertilizer: How to make compost tea from kitchen waste

If you’re interested in making your own sustainable plant fertilizer, it’s a great time to learn how to make compost tea from kitchen waste. Composting takes the organic waste from your daily life like eggshells, coffee grounds and grass clippings and breaks them down into their basic nutrients. Having a compost pile or compost bin means you have...

Compost

Compost Tea

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Posted on 09/04/2022

Marble Décor Ideas Perfect for Any Home

Marble has always been a luxurious choice for interior finishes. However, while it remains an expensive choice, it’s much more accessible and easy to use in everyday homes than before. If you can splurge on marble finishes, the choice can increase the value of your home and create a sense of luxury in your life. Here are some...

Decor

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Posted on 08/28/2022

What you should know about house flipping

House flipping is a popular form of real estate investment...

Posted on 08/21/2022

3 Common Misconceptions About Home Buying

Information and advice for first-time homebuyers is everywhere. Unfortunately, many of the most commonly accepted truths about buying a home are either outdated or false. Here are some of the biggest myths about home buying to help you understand the facts. Myth: You Can't Buy a Home With a Bad Credit Score It is possible to qualify for...

Home Buying

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Posted on 08/14/2022

How and What Types of Living Fences Help Increase Your Property's Privacy

Installing a six-foot fence generally improves backyard privacy while increasing property values. But the price tag associated with fencing materials and labor often requires homeowners to invest thousands of dollars. And after the wood or composite structure has been erected, it will require maintenance, repairs and eventually need to be replaced. Those rank among the wide-reaching reasons an...

Posted on 08/07/2022

Why you should consider using black and white decoration at home

If you're searching for a bold and effective color scheme for your next interior design project, consider black and white decoration. While it may seem simple or even dull, the combination of black and white can create dynamic and beautiful indoor spaces. Here are some reasons black and white decoration might be right for you: It works with...

Posted on 07/31/2022

Homemade fertilizer for organic gardening

You don’t need to spend a fortune on boutique fertilizer for organic gardening. While there are plenty of store-bought options available, many of the best fertilizer ingredients are found right at home. Here is a quick guide to the best DIY fertilizer for your organic garden: Kitchen scraps Some of the best organic fertilizers are found right in...

Posted on 07/24/2022

How to find the ad valorem tax of your property

Latin for "according to value," the term "ad valorem" is common in tax conversations. An ad valorem tax is flexible and dependent on the value of the specific asset, product or service. If you're a property owner, you're paying an ad valorem tax on your property taxes. To better understand how this term is used, here is a...

Posted on 08/23/2022

Another Property Sold - 215 Brigham Hill Road, Grafton, MA 01536

This Lovely, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, rear-dormered Cape is located in desirable North Grafton, just minutes to the Mass Pike, Routes 20, 122 & 140. Enjoy vinyl siding, replacement windows, Trex deck, 200 amp electric, Weil McClain boiler w/Becket Burner, Amrol Boilermate hot water tank, & Architectural roof. The first floor offers an eat-in kitchen with Corian counters, a full bath with Corian counters, & hardwoods in the living room, hallway & 2 bedrooms (one bedroom was used as a dining room & it offers a slider to the rear deck.) The second floor has 2 spacious bedrooms, a 3/4 bath with shower, a small sewing room (perfect...

Posted on 08/09/2022

Video Tour - 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 - enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers 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 sun-lit 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...

Posted on 08/09/2022

6 Willow Court, Oxford, MA 01540 is now new to the market!

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 - enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers 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 sun-lit 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...

Posted on 07/30/2022

Another Property Sold - 48 Hadwen Rd, Worcester, MA 01602

Scheduled showings start Friday 6/24. Open Houses: 6/25 10am-12pm & 6/26 1pm-3pm. This bright and charming bungalow located in Tatnuck features modern updates while keeping the historical charm and character of this home you won't want to miss!! The large front porch has been recently restored to a great outdoor living space, perfect for those long summer nights! From the porch, you are welcomed in to a beautiful foyer and first floor living space featuring high ceilings, crown molding, built in bookcases, and French doors! Hardwood floors throughout, great natural light, good size living spaces as well as large sized closets in all 3...