Whether you have too much stuff or you just need to organize for your remodel Here's a little help for clearing the clutter.
Some key questions to ask yourself while sorting - Do I absolutely love it? Do I need it? Is it useful? Does it reflect who I am in my life? Does it need to be fixed or repaired? Am I willing to take the time to fix it or should I give it away? If I moved tomorrow, would I choose to take it with me? If not, let it go.
If space is an issue and you want to look at a keepsake or memento, I recommend taking a photo. You can always admire it anytime and not take up space you don’t have.
Make 3 boxes; Keep, Repair/Sell and Give away. I recommend using plastic bins (They are easier to store, label and carry) I like the clear ones so you can see inside. Keep a trash bag handy for things that need to be thrown away. To stay focused and organized, I recommend going room by room.
Resist buying organizing products until after you've decluttered to avoid simply storing more clutter. Once you have sorted through everything, you can have a garage sale, take a trip to goodwill and pat yourself on the back for a job well done.
For remodeling make sure to get everything loose off the floor. This is helpful for your contractors. For pantries, take everything off the floor and put on a shelf. For closets, I recommend using trash bags to contain low hanging clothes or shoes temporarily. Tie up cords and label behind the TV, computers or anywhere you have a lot of loose cords.
