How to Keep Clutter Away for Good
Struggling to keep clutter in check on an ongoing basis? It’s a common problem for many people, but one that can be managed. Physical clutter often leads to mental and emotional clutter and the feeling of being stuck in our lives. By clearing the clutter, you can give yourself the [...]
Quick and Easy Garage Organization
There is nothing more frustrating than having to search for something when you need to use it. It’s a practice that wastes your time, patience, energy and money. How often have you had to rummage for your golf equipment or any sporting equipment only to finally give up and purchase [...]
Old Habits, New Space. What To Do When a Seniors Space Becomes a Hazard?
Fitting items into a new space When seniors move into a senior community, they often have to significantly downsize to accommodate the size restrictions of their new space. That exercise can be very freeing and can ease the transition to their new home; however, old habits can die hard or [...]
How to Create an Effective Entryway Solution
Entryway stations are a great way to catch and contain a great amount of potential clutter as the family walks through the door each day. A good family entryway station should have a few simple, but important features. Hooks: At least 2 (separate) sturdy hooks for each family member. Each [...]
Tax Time Clutter
This time of year highlights our paper organizing skills. There is nothing worse than having to sort through piles of paper or all those bags and boxes of paper that were stuffed in the closet just before company arrived during the holidays. It seems there’s a never-ending trail of paper [...]
Tips to Get Organized During Tax Time
Start Early Start early and mark your calendar. April 15th falls on a holiday this year, so the filing deadline for 2021 taxes and extensions is April 18, 2022. Set Up a System Set up a system that works year around and is easy to access and use. There are [...]
How to Set Achievable Goals
January is Go (Get Organized & Be Productive) Month and the perfect time to start anew. Getting organized can be about many facets of your life, including New Year’s resolutions, new goals, a new direction or even a new purpose. All driven toward a final destination, that many of us [...]
Seven Steps to Organizing Your Electronic Files
It only takes a few steps to get your on-line files organized and it will save you countless hours and help you avoid those embarrassing situations that come from searching for lost files. Start at the Root Determine where you want your file system to live on your computer. Having [...]
How to Pack for Traveling During the Holidays
To roll or not to roll...that is the question. There's a lot of debate about the best way to pack a bag for travel. We’ve used three different methods with our clients. The best method depends on the kind of clothing you are taking and your need of wrinkle control. [...]
Preparing Your Home for Holiday Gifts
The holidays can be fun. Going to parties. Spending time with family and friends. Exchanging gifts. But, after the last gift has been unwrapped, the reality of the situation begins to set in … Where am I going to put all the gifts?!? Taking a few key steps can eliminate [...]