Marina Sparages' Blog

Posted on 01/23/2022

Cleanup: 3 Quick and Easy Tips for After Your Gathering

Getting together with friends and family can be a very rewarding experience. Good food, great conversations, time well-spent with the ones you love and a chance to show off your home. However, when all the festivities are done, you’re often left with a mess you probably don’t want to contend with. Here are 3 simple ways to minimize...

Cleaning

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Posted on 01/16/2022

Growing Night Blooming Jasmine: Basic Tips for Success

Night blooming jasmine is a favorite addition to patios, window boxes and trellises for its glossy leaves and sweet-scented flowers. Jasmine can enhance summer nights with its pleasant aroma and grows beautifully in containers or climbing on structures. If you're interested in growing night blooming jasmine yourself, here are some essential care tips to know: Room to Grow...

Garden

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Posted on 01/09/2022

Designing your dream home interior & exterior: How to get started

If you're designing a custom home interior and exterior, there are countless options available to you. Sometimes the amount of options and freedom can be more overwhelming than working within a strict template. Luckily, there are some simple ways to approach the process to make it easier to design your perfect living space. Here are some tips for...

Design

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Posted on 01/02/2022

3 Ways to Save Money on Your Long-Distance Move

Moving is expensive no matter how far you have to travel to your new home. If you’re moving across state lines or further, the expense can become overwhelming. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to save money on your move no matter the distance. Here are some budget-friendly moving ideas: Have a Yard Sale The less you have...

Movers

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Posted on 12/26/2021

Small Living: How to Make Your Small Room Seem Larger

Small living spaces can present some unique challenges with furnishing and decorating. Whether you're dealing with a cramped living room or a tiny bedroom, there are some practical steps you can take to make your space feel larger and more functional. 1. Hang Window Treatments High The right window treatments can really open up even the smallest of...

Decor

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Posted on 12/19/2021

How to Overcome the Challenges of Building State-of-Art Accessible Homes

Image by Lorenzo Cafaro from Pixabay The need for accessible new construction homes may never be higher than it is right now. U.S. soldiers have returned home with disabilities, and the number of aging Americans with growing physical limitations is expected to increase dramatically. The first wave of Baby Boomers reached retirement age in 2011, and more than...

Posted on 12/12/2021

Adding Rustic to Modern: 3 Easy Design Tips

Photo by Vlada Karpovich from Pexels Do you love the look of rustic interior design but aren’t sure how to use it in your modern home? It might seem overwhelming or impossible to introduce elements of a design style that feels completely different from what you currently have. The good news is that modern rustic style combines elements...

Posted on 12/05/2021

How to Display Plant Propagations

If you’re an experienced houseplant owner, you have likely tried propagating from cuttings. Many plants will grow roots if put in water, giving a trimmed off branch potential to be an entirely new plant. While it’s easy enough to use up your own drinking glasses or clear recycling for propagation, there are some trendy ways you can make...

Houseplants

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Posted on 01/15/2022

Another Property Sold - 7 Puddingstone Ln, Mendon, MA 01756

Stunning and impeccable 4 bed 2.5 bath Colonial nestled in one of Mendon's most desirable neighborhoods. This beautiful home boosts an open-concept layout, gleaming hardwoods throughout and loads of natural light. Gorgeous eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry, built-ins, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, ample storage and pellet stove. Half-bath with laundry, living room and formal dining room completes the first floor. Second floor boosts an expansive master suite with full bath and walk-in closet, three additional bedrooms and full bath. The lower level offers a bonus room and family room. Step outside into the private backyard...

Posted on 12/18/2021

Another Property Sold - 4 Connor Ln, Bellingham, MA 02019

Stunning and impeccable 4 bed 2 1/2 bath like new Colonial in a cul-de-sac neighborhood. Desirable open-concept layout, gleaming hardwoods throughout and loads of natural light. Gorgeous eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry, large center island, stainless steel appliances and ample storage. Living Room with gas fireplace and built-in shelving. Formal Dining and Home Office with double French doors complete the first floor. Spacious Master with ensuite and walk-in closet, three additional bedrooms, full bath and laundry complete the second floor. Great convenient location near Forge Park MBTA commuter rail, I-495, tons of shopping-...

Posted on 12/08/2021

Video Tour - 793 Providence Road, Northbridge, MA 01588

Fall in love with this adorable 2 bedroom 1 bath well maintained ranch with 1920's charm. Step into the cozy breezeway where you can leave all your shoes and jacket before entering the home. This classic home boasts a beautiful living room and home office. The kitchen has enough space where you can fit a dining table and still have room for a sizeable kitchen area. The bedrooms are of good size with roomy closets in every room. Full basement with wood burning stove, bar and plenty of storage. Additional features include enclosed front porch, carport and spacious backyard with a storage shed. This home is a perfect starter, downsize home...

Posted on 12/08/2021

793 Providence Road, Northbridge, MA 01588 is now new to the market!

Fall in love with this adorable 2 bedroom 1 bath well maintained ranch with 1920's charm. Step into the cozy breezeway where you can leave all your shoes and jacket before entering the home. This classic home boasts a beautiful living room and home office. The kitchen has enough space where you can fit a dining table and still have room for a sizeable kitchen area. The bedrooms are of good size with roomy closets in every room. Full basement with wood burning stove, bar and plenty of storage. Additional features include enclosed front porch, carport and spacious backyard with a storage shed. This home is a perfect starter, downsize home...