27, Apr 2020
We’ve mentioned before that decluttering and downsizing before you move can result in lower moving costs. But, there may be some advantages if you declutter after you move. You may be in a situation where you do not have enough time to declutter before moving. This happened to a friend… Read more
26, Feb 2020
From downsizing to death cleaning, I was happy to provide my opinions and share my knowledge with Jim Slotek of Everything Zoomer in an article entitled, From Downsizing to Death Cleaning, How Baby Boomers Can Purge a Lifetime of Possessions. The article describes the situations of people in the process… Read more
10, Feb 2020
The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning was first published in 2017. It is the first-hand account of author Margareta Magnusson as she downsizes her possessions and reflects on her life. She shares her wisdom and experience with humour and grace. What is Swedish Death Cleaning? The phrase Death Cleaning… Read more
22, Oct 2018
It’s true, we can all get caught up looking at the big houses on TV shows and in magazines. Great rooms, two story foyers, mudrooms and ample lawns. In fact, you may live in one now. But, does it really reflect how you live day-to day? The idea of right-sizing… Read more
27, Nov 2017
I’ve been very lucky to have worked in the Professional Organizing Industry for over 15 years. And while it’s not a common line of work (yes, I must explain my occupation to many people in the course of a year!) it is a rewarding one. One of the busiest aspects… Read more
17, Jul 2017
Yes, it sounds like a good idea to rent a storage unit. There are a variety of reasons: you may be downsizing, in rental limbo, your home doesn’t have enough storage space, and so on. I’ve had many clients who believe they need to store furniture, accessories or personal items for the… Read more
22, Dec 2016
Real estate is a hot topic nowadays. Cities like Vancouver and Toronto have just become too expensive for many home buyers. Now some developers are building “micro-units” (around 300 square feet) listed at a slightly lower price. These units are appealing to many potential homeowners who want to live in… Read more
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