22, Mar 2021
Many of our residential clients who are moving, downsizing, or decluttering ask us about selling their unwanted goods by consignment. To help readers learn more about the process, I invited Tina Beer Hamlin of Coast Consignment to tell us all about the consignment process. Tell us about Coast Consignment. Coast… Read more
16, Nov 2020
I read an excellent and touching article in the New York Times entitled “Down the Basement Stairs and Into the Past.” The author recounts his experiences when decluttering and downsizing memorabilia. As a professional organizer, I help people go through boxes, bags, and bins of their collection of souvenirs, inherited… Read more
20, Jul 2020
I recently heard a GenZ person provide these definitions for antique, vintage, retro, and collectible: Antique: Things your great-grandparents should have thrown out. Vintage: Things your grandparents should have thrown out. Retro: Things your parents should have thrown out. Collectibles: Things that are worthless to all but a niche group… Read more
13, Jan 2020
I recently read an article about a couple who had a Downsizing Party. They had lived 45 years in the same house. They sent out invitations, served food and drinks while their friends came over and chose their favourite objects. A Downsizing Party might be a great idea for some… Read more
11, Feb 2019
There are many advantages to online auctions for downsizing and estate liquidation. MaxSold is the online auction company we use to help disburse a household’s possessions in the most cost-effective way. Here are some tips that can help you in preparing for an online auction. Separate Items Not for Sale… Read more
23, Apr 2018
Yes, we do live in a new world of Craigslist ads, Kijiji posts and Facebook groups, but nothing quite beats a garage sale. Particularly if you’re moving, it’s a fantastic way to get rid of a bunch of unwanted items all in one day. Here are some of my top… Read more
17, Feb 2018
Most people picture auctions as a large room filled with people holding paddles ready to bid on unique treasures. But an online auction can be more efficient, less stressful and more cost-effective! If you’re thinking of downsizing a large home with many household goods to disburse, I often recommend the… Read more
18, Sep 2017
Without a doubt, downsizing elderly parents can be a stressful job for adult children. My team and I regularly work with individuals or siblings who are helping their parents edit down and move into a smaller living space. When we help pack, we are always on the lookout for valuable… Read more
02, Feb 2016
Whether you’re clearing an estate, relocating, or wanting to clear out household items, downsizing using online auctions makes it easy. Downsizing Scenarios Empty-nesters moving to a smaller house or condo. Selling or renting a home of a parent who is suffering serious illness or has passed away. Seniors who can… Read more
23, Apr 2014
Spring is in the air. Time for new beginnings and fresh starts. If downsizing or right-sizing is on the horizon, it could be the beginning of a new lifestyle! Perhaps it’s your parents who are downsizing because they: can no longer maintain such a large home want to live closer… Read more
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Our company in New West hired Linda as our office was cluttered and in dire need of reorganization. Linda and her team turned an overwhelming task – for us- into our dream office! Everyone was friendly and efficient. We are all very happy with our reorganized space and the energy in the office is also better.
— Blueberry B.