Make Your Holidays Merry & Stress-Free

The holidays are a time for joy, but they can also bring stress. A little preparation can help you stay organized and focus on what matters most. Plan Your Calendar Wisely. Before saying “yes” to every invite, review your commitments with your family. Prioritizing events avoids double-booking and leaves room for quieter moments at home.…

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Organized and Safe: Tips for a Senior-Friendly Home

We all want our senior loved ones to be safe in their homes.  I recently presented at the Senior Safety and Health Fair in Braintree and shared some of these tips. 1. Eliminate Clutter on Floors Clear pathways by removing tripping hazards such as loose rugs, wires, and unnecessary furniture. Ensure there’s enough space to…

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Seasonal Refresh: Top Fall Organizing Tips

Fall offers an opportunity to get organized before the busyness of the holidays. A clutter-free, cozy space can help you enjoy the season even more. Here are my top 5 organizing tips to prepare your home for the fall season: 1. Declutter Summer Items Pack away summer clothing, gear, and accessories that won’t be needed…

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How to Make Taxes Less Taxing…

before and after home filing

Getting organized for your taxes can be easy as a three-folder system. Folder A:  Income & Personal Information Folder B:  Expenses & Deductions Folder C:  Investments & Taxes Don’t delay getting organized by going out and buying color-coded folders and special labels – plain manila folders will work just fine.  Print out the checklists below…

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Fall Organizing: Pick a Calendar

to do list

Full disclosure – fall is my favorite time of year.  Cool mornings and warm days.  Apple picking and harvest festivals.  Football and tailgates.  And of course, sweatah weathah.  And with back-to-school and many activities kicking off, keeping a calendar becomes even more important.  Read on about how to choose the best one for you… Why you…

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Organizing for Back to School 2023

back to school

Yes, it’s almost August, and back to school is looming.  Getting kids ready and set up for success takes some planning. Children are influenced by the state of their physical space just as much as adults. If clutter and disorganization in your home have you feeling frazzled and stressed, it’s highly likely that your children…

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Sun and Skin – Organizing for Safety

sunscreen bug spray storage

What items in your transitional space can keep you safe? Entering and exiting the home easily and with less stress is a goal for everyone.  To make the transitional process easier and more effective, it’s important set up an effective transitional space – also known as your “launching/landing pad” – with the right storage.  So,…

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The Ultimate Room-by-Room Decluttering Guide from the Redfin Blog

Check out the recent Redfin article we were featured in: The Ultimate Room-By-Room Decluttering Checklist | Redfin Creating a decluttering checklist is an excellent way to begin organizing your home and simplifying your life. Along with helping you take stock of your belongings, lists can help you stay on track and prioritize the areas that…

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In the season of MORE, what about LESS?

It’s that time of year.  A time of excess, buying, and spending.  But in this season of more, I’m here to make a strong argument for less.  Less personal debt.  Less stress.  Less “stuff” cluttering up our homes.  Less “trying to keep up with the Joneses”. Americans are a nation of consumers.  We buy when…

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