Since Tidying Up with Marie Kondo premiered on Netflix earlier this month, it seems like everyone we talk to has hopped on the tidying-up bandwagon. For folks who haven’t seen the show or read the bestselling book, the gist of Marie Kondo’s tidying philosophy is this: people should only keep items in their homes that spark joy. Take stock of your material possessions, … [Read more...] about 4 Tidying Tips for First-Time Homeowners
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Decluttering Before Your Next Move
The secret to a low-stress moving day? Decluttering your home—and your life!—before you move. Think about it: the less stuff you have to move, the less trouble it’ll be to move it. The good news? You don’t need to commit to a minimalist aesthetic to reap the benefits of decluttering. Taking stock of your possessions and purging stuff you no longer want or need frees up space in … [Read more...] about Decluttering Before Your Next Move
Three Tips to Make Moving Out of Your Home Painless
The secret to a less stressful moving day? Planning ahead. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, check out these tips for keeping your cool as you shuffle your stuff from one home to another. Make a Timeline Once you know you’ll be moving, you’ll want to set a schedule for when things need to be done. Make a list of tasks that need to be completed. … [Read more...] about Three Tips to Make Moving Out of Your Home Painless
