Moving to a new town or neighborhood can be an exciting fresh start! Moving can also be extremely stressful. Packing up your entire life into boxes is daunting for even the most organized person. Add in the extra belongings that every family and household seems to accumulate, and you have a recipe for anxiety and […]
At some point in their lives, most people will downsize their homes and possessions. The longer you’ve had to amass precious items, the more daunting it may be, but it can also be freeing and exciting. Letting go of physical belongings while holding on to the memories surrounding them allows you to cherish the past […]
The success of teleworking over the past year has led many organizations to rethink the legitimacy of their pre-pandemic office space. As businesses prepare for a 2021 re-opening, the concept of a hybrid workplace is gaining ground, with some employees returning to the office and others working from home. If you’ve decided to downsize your […]
The holiday season can be magical, but it’s also an extremely busy time for most. The last thing anyone wants to add to their long list of to-dos amid social gatherings and present purchasing is packing and moving. If you know someone moving in the MD, DC, or Northern VA areas during the holidays, give […]
The new year is a time of reflection, gratefulness, generosity, and renewal; there’s no better time for a positive change. Use our home and office organizing tips to declutter your spaces, and start your new year off right! Decluttering Tips To Help You Kick-Start the New Year The new year is a great time to […]
Few people should move before a full house declutter. Nobody wants to start fresh in a new home with items no longer needed. Even if you’ve been diligent over the years regularly paring down, choices must be made if you’re downsizing. Getting rid of prized possessions isn’t easy and most people can benefit from professional […]
You may be downsizing your home for any number of reasons. Maybe you fell in love with another neighborhood that’s pricier than your current one. Perhaps you’re tired of a long daily commute. Are you an empty nester and can’t properly maintain a large home? If you are combining households with someone, then you are […]
After many years in a home, most of us accumulate an excess of furniture, artwork, books, china, crystal, flatware, jewelry, clothing, sports equipment, and more. When it’s time to downsize, the challenge is figuring out what to do with all of it. You should end up with everything categorized into four groups: keep, trash, donate, […]
Are you downsizing after many years? Decluttering a home is tedious work and may cause friction in the family. Nostalgia can make clearing out a house nearly impossible, even if only one person in the household cannot let go. The process is a lot more than simply purging and delegating. Here’s how we can help […]
Want to declutter your home? Get rid of the stuff you no longer use and reclaim the space for something useful. A decluttered home will make your life easier, more efficient, happier, and will help attract buyers if you’re planning to sell. Here are some tips to help you through the process: Declutter Your Home: […]
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. […]
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 […]