Marianne Belanger's Blog

Posted on 12/12/2021

Flooding can cause significant damage to your home and even make it uninhabitable in worst-case scenarios. Floods can lead to mold growth, wood rot and other types of water damage that can be costly to repair. Taking steps to prevent floods from occurring can protect your home from this kind of damage. Use these flood prevention tips to...

Emergency Preparedness

Flood Damage

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Posted on 12/05/2021

Understanding Seller Concessions: Benefits & Disadvantages

Image by Sephelonor from Pixabay Buying a home is a complicated transaction with many expenses. Part of the transaction involves closing costs, which vary in amount depending on the situation. One way to reduce the closing costs for the buyer is to ask for a seller concession so that the seller pays a portion of the closing costs...

Home Selling

Buyers Market

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Posted on 11/28/2021

Flipping vs. Renting: Where Does the Money Sit?

Photo by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay To an upstart house flipper, the difference between renting a property or selling it quickly may seem inconsequential. After all, entrepreneurs get into the real estate game to make money. Why should it matter? Truth be told, owning rental properties and fix-and-flip business models are like comparing apples and oranges. Although apples and...

Entrepreneurs

Flipping

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Posted on 11/21/2021

Want to Invest in Real Estate? Here's How

Photo by Startup Stock Photos from Pexels Property is an increasingly valuable asset no matter where you live, making real estate investment more popular than ever. While it can be a big commitment, investing in real estate is quite accessible and affordable depending on the level of involvement you are interested in. It doesn’t require being an expert...

Rental Property

Investment Property

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Posted on 11/14/2021

Points to Consider When Integrating Smart Home Entertainment

Smart home entertainment integrates home technologies with your favorite big entertainment features. It’s also a practical next step with the rise of smart, integrative technology. But what can it do for your resale value? Should you take it with you, instead? Is it worth the cost? Here are a couple things to consider when integrating a smart home...

Entertainment

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Posted on 11/07/2021

Insurance: Is Your Next Renovation Covered?

Your home insurance policy includes a specific type of coverage called "dwelling coverage." The amount of dwelling coverage that you have is based on your overall home value and the approximate cost to rebuild your home in the event of a total loss. When you renovate your home, you may increase its value — and if you don't...

Bathroom

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Posted on 10/31/2021

How to Create a Carnivorous Plant Terrarium at Home

Sure, terrariums are vast and fascinating. But if you’re looking to kick it up a notch, try starting one for carnivorous plants. The easiest way to keep them happy is by building a terrarium all their own. Within that space, they can enjoy the perfect amount of light, humidity and tasty insects. Here’s what to do. Select Your...

Gardening

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Posted on 10/24/2021

Healthy Plants, Healthy Home: A Guide to Cleaning Your Plants

Few homeowners enjoy the idea of adding another thing to the list of chores. When cleaning and maintaining entire indoor and outdoor spaces, the thought of cleaning your houseplants seems tedious and unnecessary. However, regular cleaning of plant foliage is crucial to keeping them healthy and at their best. Why Clean Your Plants? The reasons for cleaning your...

Allergens

Cleaning Tips

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Posted on 12/11/2021

Another Property Sold - 53 Cheyenne Road, Worcester, MA 01606

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bath Contemporary style split offers an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings, gleaming hardwoods, and a gas fireplace. The fully applianced kitchen has a center island. There is a pull-down attic in one of the bedrooms. Enjoy gas heat & hot water, central air, and a finished lower level with 3/4 bath - perfect for an office, 4th bedroom, family room, game room, teen suite, or a possible in-law. The 2 car attached garage is oversized and has room for additional...

Real Estate

Worcester

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Posted on 12/05/2021

Another Property Sold - 4 Jersey Drive, Worcester, MA 01606

ALL OFFERS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED BY 8 PM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14. This sun-lit, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, attached single-family home offers gleaming HW's, a spacious kitchen w/upgraded cabinets. stainless appliances, a breakfast nook & a newly installed gas stove! The living room provides access to the rear deck. The 1st floor 3/4 bath includes a stackable washer & dryer. The 2nd floor features a master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, a ceiling fan, a walk-in closet & an adjoining Hollywood bath, in addition to 2 more bedrooms. The walk-out, lower level includes a bonus room which can be used as an office, family room, playroom, art studio,...

Real Estate

Worcester

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Posted on 10/30/2021

Another Property Sold - 511 Mower Street, Worcester, MA 01602

Tatnuck/Paxton Line - Charming, 2 bedroom Ranch located adjacent to Boynton Park! Enjoy hardwoods in the bedrooms & in the fireplaced living room (with wood stove insert!) Fully applianced eat-in kitchen with tile floor. Replacement windows, newer roof, oil tank, furnace & hot water tank. The walk-up attic provides plenty of additional storage. The laundry is located in the walk-out basement. Enjoy the 1 car attached garage with opener (Includes all of the chopped & stacked wood to help keep you warm this winter!) 1/3 acre lot with a shed & a garden. Recent Solar panels...

Real Estate

Worcester

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Posted on 10/30/2021

Another Property Sold - 21 Radmore Street, Worcester, MA 01602

ALL OFFERS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED BY 8 PM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14. Tatnuck - this sunlit, 3 bedroom Colonial has so much CHARM & is located in a lovely neighborhood just minutes to Tatnuck Square, Worcester State University, Worcester Airport, downtown & highways. There are beautiful Maple hardwoods thru-out, a fireplaced living room (winter is coming - get ready for cozy fires!), and French doors that welcome you into the front-to-back sunroom! The dining room has a built-in corner cabinet and the exterior French door offers passage to the rear patio & perennial gardens. Such a perfect space for morning coffee, daydreaming, or...

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