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 estate portion can seem like the last stop on a long journey. It’s always a relief to turn over a clean, empty house ready to sell. But a real estate transaction can sometimes bring drama all of its own. Even
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 definitely some very common misperceptions and missteps that even the most organized people will make as they embark on their downsizing journey. Ginger walks us through her top 5 mistakes people make when downsizing, and shows us the way to
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 both an emotional and financial burden. The Price of Procrastination Most, if not all of us, have procrastinated at one time or another. We’ve waited until the last minute to study for an exam, delayed completing an important project at
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 and logistical efforts required to empty a full home of its contents. Those of us in the business are also familiar with an additional stressor that frequently lurks beneath the surface and complicates decision making: Guilt. Dealing With Downsizing Guilt
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 be wondering if your coins have value in the secondary market. We asked collectable and coin specialist Charles Tinsley about coin collecting in general, and the value of coin collections in 2022 in particular. What’s It Worth: Coins and Value
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 stressful event in life! It’s no wonder that downsizing out of a long-time home and into a much smaller space can be such a significant life event. If you find yourself lost, overwhelmed, and wondering how to start your transition,
