Helene's Tips
1.
ONE PROJECT AT A TIME
When de-cluttering, tackle one project at a time, then open those windows and let the fresh air in!
2.
RECEIPTS FOR TAXES
When you donate articles to a charity, get a receipt for your tax purposes.
3.
ORGANIZED FOR LIFE
Have a friend or a professional help you address the underlying causes of disorganization, so you can remain organized for life. Being organized will give you more time to spend on what matters most—family, friends, work, school, or hobbies.
4.
PURGE, PURGE, PURGE
Purge clothes you haven't worn in two years, files that you don't need anymore, the documents related to the home you no longer live in, or the car you sold last year.
5.
CANCEL SERVICES PRE-MOVE
Before you move, cancel cleaning, landscaping, and any other household maintenance services.
6.
REMOVE LEFTOVER ITEMS
Once your house is sold and you have a closing date, schedule the removal of leftover items from your house.
7.
STAGING PROFESSIONAL ASSESMENT
To prepare your home for selling, have a staging professional make an objective assessment of your home and list suggestions, such as replacing dated fixtures.
8.
DON'T OVERLOOK CURB APPEAL
When staging your home, don't overlook its curb appeal. That's the first thing potential buyers will see.
9.
MAKE A SCHEDULE
Make a schedule you can stick to, maybe just an hour or two at a time.
10.
AVOID BEING OVERWHELMED
Don't get overwhelmed. Pick a single area of your home to organize—for example, kitchen, office, or just one closet.
11.
CLEARLY LABEL
Use clearly labeled boxes and bags for Keep, Toss, Donate, and Sell.
12.
REMOVE THE EXCESS FOR STAGING
Remove excess furniture and clutter so potential buyers can envision themselves in the space. Keep all areas clear and keep cat litter boxes out of sight.
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