 No matter if you purchase an expensive custom garage storage system or just hang a few hooks for your bikes, investing in your garage is a good idea. Hey, you might even fit your car in there once it’s organized!
• Think of your garage in terms of zones: automotive, gardening, sports, tools, toys, etc. Consolidate items for easy retrieval, placing items as close as possible to where they will be used. For example, keep gardening accoutrements in a large basket by the outside door. Set recycling bins right next to the interior door. Put tools near the workbench. • Install pegboard on one wall. Use hooks to hold tools and gardening equipment. Pop in brackets and you can install shelving as well. Then use labeled jars or a multi-drawer storage system to separate small pieces of hardware. • Get things off the floor and onto the walls and ceiling. Install inexpensive hooks to hold bikes, rakes, brooms, sleds, ladders, and hoses. Install cabinets and shelving along the back or side walls. • Make it easy for kids to access and put away their own stuff. A tall can will neatly hold hockey sticks, baseball bats, and other long items. Corral balls in a large bin. • Finally, keep a fire extinguisher handy, mounted on the wall. © 2017 Articles on Demand™ Remember if you need professional organizing assistance and support with your family life, home and/or office, you are cordially invited to contact ... Donna LaRoche, M.Ed., Professional Organizer Serving Cape Cod, Metro West and Eastern Massachusetts Contact 617.640.2366 www.energizeandorganize.com  Magazine file boxes can be found in a variety of price points to match any decor, from utilitarian cardboard to plastic to sophisticated bamboo or metal. These boxes can turn a pile of magazines, trade journals, or any periodicals into a unified collection. They can also corral school supplies like spiral notebooks and folders or be used in a Household Command Center. Use them in the home office, the living room, or even the bedroom to disguise paper clutter. © 2017 Post on Demand™
Remember if you need professional organizing assistance and support with your family life, home and/or office, you are cordially invited to contact ... Donna LaRoche, M.Ed., Professional Organizer Serving Cape Cod, Metro West and Eastern Massachusetts Contact 617.640.2366 www.energizeandorganize.com  May is Moving Month! If you are selling your house, start packing seldom-used items right away. Pack heavier items in smaller boxes and lighter items in larger boxes. Keep your boxes organized by numbering each box and labeling which room it belongs in. Keep a separate list indicating the box number and its contents.
© 2017 Articles on Demand™ Remember if you need professional organizing assistance and support with your family life, home and/or office, you are cordially invited to contact ... Donna LaRoche, M.Ed., Professional Organizer Serving Cape Cod, Metro West and Eastern Massachusetts Contact 617.640.2366 www.energizeandorganize.com  EXTERIOR & ENTRANCE
• Keep the driveway clear of cars, toys, etc. • Remove boat, camper, and old cars from property • Wash windows; power-wash exterior; plant flowers; keep lawn neat • Repair doorbell • Paint front door; buy simple, new doormat • Remove front screen door; add a welcoming bench, helpful for shoe removal during open houses BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS • Clear dresser tops, leaving only one to three decorative items per surface • Store away children’s toys, loose artwork, and posters • Replace shower curtain; lay out fresh towels • Remove tub mat and rug in front of toilet LIVING & FAMILY ROOMS • Replace old, worn carpet • Paint or touch up walls if needed • Arrange furniture into conversation groupings ALL ROOMS • Declutter entire house • Organize and tidy up contents of cupboards and closets (buyers will peek inside to check space!) • Clean all light fixtures (remove any bugs!) • Check for odors and remove them • Turn on all lights, using brightest bulbs possible; open all shades • Repair everything broken (even the little things) • Rearrange furniture into inviting settings; remove some furniture to create illusion of more space • Add fresh flowers or a bowl of fruit to tables © 2017 Articles on Demand™ Remember if you need professional organizing assistance and support with your family life, home and/or office, you are cordially invited to contact ... Donna LaRoche, M.Ed., Professional Organizer Serving Cape Cod, Metro West and Eastern Massachusetts Contact 617.640.2366 www.energizeandorganize.com  Staging — a process of neutralizing, decluttering, organizing, and beautifying — allows potential buyers to picture themselves living in the house by tapping into their emotions. Staging also starts the “letting go” process for the sellers, as they transform their beloved home to a more neutral-looking home.
A staged home looks similar to a model home. For examples of how your home should look to get the best price, visit some local model homes during their open house periods. Staging will help you sell your home quickly, at the best possible price. Even if you’re just thinking about moving, it is never too early to start. You’ll have plenty of time to stage your home, and you’ll get to enjoy your improvements for a while, too! And remember: many improvements related to moving can be tax deductible, including the fees for staging your home! Check with your accountant for more details. Stagers also offer an objective view of a home — a fresh eye and perspective. Some stagers own and rent out furnishings if a homeowner needs higher-quality or more neutral decor. These professionals are called “full-service stagers.” Other stagers work with what you already own, making recommendations for purchases of only small-priced items when necessary — perhaps a new shower curtain to brighten a dingy bathroom, a beautiful vase full of fresh flowers to welcome visitors in the entryway, or a sparkling new kitchen faucet to add visual interest. Home stagers can tell you: • what buyers are looking for in a new home • how to give your home curb appeal • which inexpensive improvements will add value to your home • which expensive improvements could be poor investments • room-by-room staging suggestions Hiring a professional stager is a great investment, ensuring a quick and lucrative home sale. © 2017 Articles on Demand™ Remember if you need professional organizing assistance and support with your family life, home and/or office, you are cordially invited to contact ... Donna LaRoche, M.Ed., Professional Organizer Serving Cape Cod, Metro West and Eastern Massachusetts Contact 617.640.2366 www.energizeandorganize.com |
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