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
14, Oct 2024
Whether large or small, organizing your storage and utility rooms can be challenging. Often, these areas are out of sight and, therefore, out of mind. As a result, people tend to use them as dumping grounds. They clear other areas in the home and place items in the storage areas… 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
12, Aug 2024
We store many things in our garages – tools, lawn and garden supplies, sports gear, and often we store stuff we just can’t fit into the house. Organizing your garage has some significant challenges. Garages are generally big open spaces with no defined areas. Also, they are subject to fluctuations… 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
10, Jun 2024
When new clients contact Out of Chaos, often one of their concerns is the cost of decluttering and organizing. I completely understand because people are more financially conscientious than ever in the current economic climate. However, the cost of professional organizing services can vary widely depending on the project. Here… 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
08, Apr 2024
As a professional organizer with over 20 years of experience, I frequently help clients in private areas of their homes. But before we embark on the delicate art of decluttering and organizing our collection of discreet devices, it’s important to acknowledge that this article is for adults only. Firstly, adult-only… Read more
21, Mar 2024
It was a fitting first day of the season for me to talk about springtime decluttering with Dan Burritt (subbing for Michele Eliot) of BC Today. We covered a few of the issues surrounding decluttering and downsizing. A clear space promotes a clear mind. If our space is filled with… 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
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