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4 Ways to De-Clutter- Going Back to Basics

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At some point in our lives many of us have had to move. Whether it’s from mom and dad’s house to our first apartment or from a home where we raised our children to a smaller home. It can be heartbreaking to part with items that  we've  hung on to just to de-clutter for the next move but  we've  got to do it.  One way to to off set that is to do it from year to year, so starting  this year why not try de-  cluttering  your home to give it new life and perhaps you will fall back in love with it?  Here are my De-Cluttering 101 Tips: 1.) Organize . Designate four empty bins where you will put items to keep, throw away, give away, or recycle. There is no “maybe” pile. [You can have a “sell” pile if you have a plan to sell the items such on eBay or at a yard sale. Once the sale is over, you must get rid of unsold items.] 2.)  Go slowly . Start with the refrigerator then a closet or drawer per day. Place each item in one ...

The Top 6 Things to Find the House Right for You

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You have dreamed about owning a home.  You have  saved for the down payment. Now it’s time to start looking for a house that’s right for you. It seems overwhelming to think about location, features, and other factors and that’s okay. That’s why you hired a full-time real estate agent; they can help you find a place to call home.  Here are 6 top things to consider:         Budget . No matter how badly you want the big house on the hill overlooking the lake, if it  isn't  in your budget, it’s not the house that’s right for you. Stay within your budget so you’re not house poor after purchasing your home. You will still have moving expenses, furniture purchases, and possible renovations, not to mention date night or nights out with friends and family.         Lifestyle . Think about how you live your life. If you travel a lot, you might purchase a condo because it is less upkeep. If you have dogs, you ...