Essential Tools for a Tiny Kitchen
As someone who loves to cook, I always enjoy seeing the types of kitchen tools, appliances, and services my downsizing clients use in their kitchens. Some home cooks turn to the same trusted tools for
Hidden Issues That Can Derail a Home Sale
The reward for the hard work that goes into downsizing is often the opportunity to recoup the investment that you’ve made in your home. After all of the sorting, selling, packing, and divesting, the real
Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Downsizing
Are you considering a downsizing move? As a professional organizer and move manager, Ginger Willis of Element of Fun Organizing has seen lots of people through the process. While every situation is different, there are
The Price of Procrastination
You may think there’s no harm in waiting, but it can be a dangerous game! Productivity Consultant and Certified Professional Organizer Patti Howell gives us a glimpse at the price of procrastination, which can become
Dealing With Downsizing Guilt
It’s very common for downsizers to feel overwhelmed by the idea of releasing the majority of their possessions. Many of the challenges are obvious: the time it takes to sort through belongings and the physical
What’s It Worth: Coins and Value of Coin Collections
Almost everyone holds onto certain coins for one reason or another. Whether you are saving a handful of foreign currency or sentimental coins, or if you are in possession of an elaborate collection, you may
Top 5 Reasons Moving Is Stressful
Moving to a new home and/or a new town is a big deal at any age. In fact, one poll in 2020 found that 45% of Americans think that moving is by far the most
Pro Advice: What’s Growing in Your Garden?
Senior Move Manager Kirsten Awe has helped hundreds of clients downsize their belongings and move into smaller homes. Letting go of things is always one of the most difficult parts of downsizing, but Kirsten reaches
How Consignment Stores Work
As you downsize, you’ll quickly realize that even after you decide what to keep for the future, paring down your possessions can be a lot of work! Donation can be an easy and gratifying option,
How to Sort Your Belongings Before a Move
A fundamental part of downsizing is sorting through your possessions. Paring down creates an opportunity to surround yourself with things you’ll use, need, and love! Kirsten Awe, a professional organizer and Senior Move Manager with
What’s It Worth: Value of Hummels
We see lots of Hummel figurines in our downsizing business! With so many different editions spanning over 75 years, there are endless combinations of collections that have been lovingly gathered and displayed in homes across
How to Clear Out an Estate
If you are asked to handle or clear out the estate of a loved one, the tasks and the stress add up quickly. Many times, the expertise and local resources of a downsizing pro, Professional
