Different Ways to Create a Home Inventory

A home inventory is an excellent way to expedite the insurance claims process after theft, damage, or loss.  There are a number of ways to go about creating a home inventory.  Below, I discuss different tools that can be used … Continue reading

How to Organize a Home Inventory

A home inventory is an excellent way to expedite the insurance claims process after theft, damage, or loss.  At a recent NAPO-DFW meeting, we discussed how to organize and prepare for a natural disaster or emergency.  Last Spring, one of … Continue reading

New Year = New Files

For me, a New Year = New Files. I always start the New Year off with a fresh set of files for the upcoming year. Creating a new set of files allows me to pull the old files from the … Continue reading

How to Organize Holiday Receipts

  I am the first to admit that I don’t like managing money and my bank accounts.  For me, it is an unpleasant and tedious task but one that I know I must do.  Because it is unpleasant, I try … Continue reading

Organize Your Errands for Greater Efficiency

I am a big believer of grouping “like” activities together in order to make better use of your time.  As a professional organizer, I show my clients not only how to organize their physical space but also manage their time.  … Continue reading

Clutter-free Gift Ideas from Clutterbusters!!

As a professional organizer, I often have clients ask me if I want “their stuff” that they’ve decided they no longer want or need.  Although I know they ask out of courtesy, I always decline their offer.  One, because I … Continue reading

Stress Free Holiday Season

The holiday season is typically a busy time of year for most people.  The holiday season can also be quite stressful and overwhelming.  For some, it is a time of excitement, joy and preparation.  For others, it is a time of sorrow … Continue reading

Organizing Homework Routines for Kids

I remember when I was young; I’d come home after school and get my homework done right away.  I wanted to make sure I got all my homework done before I went outside and played or hung out with my … Continue reading

Top 3 Favorite Organizing Books

In the spring of 2002, we relocated from Houston, TX to North Carolina. Shortly after we arrived in North Carolina, I found out I was pregnant with my first daughter. I wasn’t much of a TV person, but I quickly … Continue reading

The 4-P’s for an Organized Move

Last week I helped a couple in Plano, TX prepare to move out of the home they’ve lived in for 30 years. Moving is never fun, even if you are excited to get to your new home, and requires a … Continue reading