Moving into a new home should be fun and exciting- as stress free as possible! Mistakes can ruin the process, cost you extra money, and waste valuable time. Fixing moving oversights/disasters can be overwhelming and expensive. There’s no shortcut- do your homework, pay attention to details, and be smart about how you spend your hard […]
Are you juggling a move, on top of career and family? Hiring move managers saves your sanity, but it may save money too! Some simple calculations will show how the value of your time adds up quickly. Let’s use attorney income in an example since Washington DC has the nation’s highest concentration of lawyers. Use […]
Nowadays, many adults are pressured by both society and loved ones to be the ones to take care of everything. Not only are these people expected to tend to their homes and families on a regular basis, but they are also expected to lead very successful and fulfilling careers as professionals. Unfortunately, many people find it impossible to […]
The holidays are a busy time, and your schedule is likely to be more hectic than usual. How are you going to get all that holiday planning and shopping done, while still doing all the other things you normally have to do on a daily or weekly basis? You’ve probably experienced holiday seasons in the […]
This holiday season why not the give the gift we all want and need: MORE time! Our time is precious. Most of us are busy running around trying to keep up with a family, career, house, pets, friends and so on. The to-do lists are never ending. And it seems we’re constantly pushing to do […]
Thanksgiving is almost here! The holiday season is an important time of celebration, family and friends, and, of course, great food. It can also be a time of immense stress: out of town guests, elaborate menu plans, and normal family drama can be enough to set anybody on edge. Utilize these tips to get a […]
Whether you’re moving or simply decluttering, a huge part of the organization process is letting go of the items that no longer serve you. Our rule of thumb is if you’re not using it and don’t love it, it’s time to let it go. Now, we realize for many this is easier said than done. […]
With the changing seasons, it’s time to cycle out your warm-weather clothes for your cold-weather wears. Here’s some tips on cleaning out and organizing your closet for Fall: Start With A Clean Slate First things first, take everything out of the closet. This means your shoes, clothing, and hangers, plus all those dust bunnies lurking in the corner. Vacuum the […]
As the leaves change and temperatures begin to drop, it’s time to begin readying your home for the coming Fall and Winter months. A quick audit and some home organization can help determine what needs your attention. Here are a few things to look for as we move into fall. Fall Home Maintenance Checklist Gutters: […]
So far in our three part series of Downsizing Your Home, we’ve covered the basics of getting started, and dealing with Sentimental items and Family Heirlooms. Today we’re going to cover what to get rid of, and how. Part 3: What to discard The first rule of thumb, if it’s chipped, broken, or stained, toss […]
In the first part of our series on Downsizing Your Home, we covered the basics of getting started. But once you’ve gone through the easy stuff, how do you deal with those sentimental objects and family heirlooms? Pictures your kids drew in first grade, that gift your spouse gave you on your first anniversary, […]
“Downsizing your home is a very emotional time when you face letting go of a lifetime of memories and confront a very different living situation,” says Libby Kinkead of The Moving Managers “People tend to cling to their possessions to avoid dealing with other issues, like stress, fear or even not knowing where to start.” […]