29, Nov 2024
Intergenerational wealth transfer is when younger generations inherit the wealth of older generations who downsize or pass away. However, this is a unique historical period as the Great Wealth Transfer is underway. It’s the phenomenon where Gen-Xers and Millennials inherit the massive wealth accumulated by the Interwar and Baby Boomer… Read more
19, Nov 2024
A while ago, I wrote an article explaining different definitions of value, indicating that people perceive value and worth differently. Behaviour economists and psychologists call this phenomenon the Endowment Effect. The Influence and Impact of the Endowment Effect Influence Several theories attempt to explain the psychology behind the endowment effect,… Read more
16, Sep 2024
During my years as a professional organizer in Vancouver, I discovered that the one thing that can easily derail the downsizing process is toys. Seriously, who wants to work when you can play – especially with toys from your youth? These toys remind us of a time when we were… Read more
13, Sep 2024
I was honoured to be a guest on the Your Estate Matters podcast with hosts Nicole Garton and Greg Brennand of Heritage Trust. Their podcast focuses on estates, including helping Canadians build and preserve their legacies. We discussed my background and how I started my company, Out of Chaos, over… Read more
19, Aug 2024
Paintings, photographs, and other framed artwork adorn the walls of our homes and offices. They add aesthetic appeal to a room and reflect our personality. Sometimes, we purchase these pieces as status symbols or as an investment, hoping their value will increase over time. Unfortunately, most framed artwork is not… Read more
15, Jul 2024
In today’s marketplace, timing is crucial when selling or donating your possessions. Tina Beer Hamlin of Coast Consignment joins me in this blog post to discuss why delays don’t pay when you’re trying to sell or donate your items. Recently, Coast Consignment received ten beautiful vintage and antique Persian carpets… Read more
15, Apr 2024
After over two decades of working in the organizing and downsizing business, we’ve learned that people usually come across these categories of items when they clear out their parents’ house. Brown Furniture Brown furniture is a term furniture dealers use to describe items constructed from solid wood. Some brown furniture… Read more
18, Mar 2024
Whether from childhood sports leagues, academic achievements, or professional milestones, old trophies and awards often pose a dilemma. They represent significant achievements in our lives and, as such, often hold sentimental value. However, as our lives evolve, there comes a time when we must let them go. Here is some… Read more
19, Feb 2024
Downsizing to a smaller home can be a daunting task. A significant challenge during this process can be disposing of large or unique pieces of furniture. These pieces often hold sentimental value or serve as statement pieces in a home. It can make letting go and “re-homing” them problematic. However,… Read more
15, Jan 2024
Some people collect coins and banknotes as a hobby. It’s a great way to learn about the history. In fact, almost all countries – Canada included – issue coins to commemorate significant events. Often, people accumulate currency of interest over their lifetime, or they might inherit some from a relative…. Read more
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— Jason Armstrong, B.A., CFP