Sizing Down the Clutter

The fall season is the perfect time to begin clearing out the clutter from your home in order to prepare for the upcoming holidays. When a home is no longer cluttered, the entire family benefits from the relaxation that comes from spending time in an organized space. If you are looking forward to clearing out the clutter as the weather turns cooler, then you will be interested in the following ideas to help get you started:

Getting Started Tackling the clutter can be overwhelming at first. For this reason, it is important to begin by working on only one room at a time. Most homes have specific areas that seem to attract clutter. These areas, such as closets and desks, should be the first area to begin working on. It can also be helpful to begin by separating your belongings according to your desire to keep them, donate them or throw them away. Items that will be sold or donated should be placed in a convenient location so that you can prepare for your garage sale.  

Hold a Garage Sale A garage sale is essential for removing items from the home while also offering an opportunity to make a little money. In order to achieve maximum sales, be sure to set up the garage sale so that it is organized and well-advertised. This will ensure that your sale will have a steady stream of customers who can find what they need. Then, any leftover items can either be placed in storage or donated to a charity that can ensure that each item will be connected to someone who needs it.

 Storage Solutions Once the household items have been pared down to the essentials, then you will need to find an affordable storage solution where seasonal items, extra furniture and other goods can be safely and securely stored. One of the best options for temporary storage is special containers and trailers such as those that can be found at eagleleasing.com. These types of storage are not only safe and secure, but they are also mobile enough to be moved to a new location if needed. When choosing to reduce the clutter in a home, it is important to start the cleaning process with a clearly defined plan. This plan should include ideas for what will be done with household items at the end of the cleaning process. Holding a garage sale and finding affordable storage solutions are two of the best ways to handle clutter that needs a new home.

(Thanks for this guest-post Sam Peters)