Back to School

Wow, the summer flew by! Here is how to put order into the students routine: De-clutter the back pack if they are using last years. Get rid of old papers. Use spiral notebooks if it still has a lot of paper. Rip out old notes and continue using. Establish an area where all papers from

When I say traditional, I mean it has a door and you have your own space. What is working for you? What is not working for you? If you are not using a headset for a landline or your cell phone, I highly recommend you get one. It saves on your neck. If you are

I love using labels. It tells you where you have put items and where to return them. Here are some rooms you can use them in and how to use them. The Garage: 1. Guys who have work benches and love their screws, nails, nuts and bolts can use labels. Mason jars are clear and

Losing a loved one is very emotional. Most people don’t prepare for their death. Heart attack, sudden sickness, car accidents, and so many health issues that we don’t account for. In my previous blog, I discussed monthly about preparing your “Life Document “ folder for emergencies. The most difficult part of clearing out a home,

Apple iCloudPros: Free but limited storage and automatic photo uploading.Cons: The free storage limit is only 5GB.Quick take: For those who own Apple products, this service makes backing up your images super-convenient, but the 5GB of free storage doesn’t get you very far. You need to pay about $1 per month for 50GB, $3 per month for 200GB,

Do you have a cabin/lake home that you rent on a yearly basis? As summer is quickly approaching, you might be preparing the family cabin/lake home for rental. Here are some items that you can put in clear plastic totes, that clip on the side: Sheets and towels- You can put them in one container

I am a highly visual person, so if my items are displayed, I will see it and wear it. Earrings: Depending on how much you have, many stores sell earring holder stands (Claire’s, Hobby Lobby, etc.) Place all hook style earrings on an earring tree stand. For the earrings you are missing, toss the one

I have clients who buy additional toiletries, to have on hand. I suggest having shelving units, if possible, or shelves in your storage closet, whether it is in the basement, garage or lower level. Purchase clear totes that will fit on the shelves with matching lids. It is important to have lids to keep out

My husband loves snacks and purchasing premade items from the grocery store. It makes me crazy, with all the containers in the refrigerator. I can’t see what’s on each shelf. I do clean out my refrigerator every Sunday morning. I toss out old and expired leftovers, clean and wipe the shelves and clean out the

On April 8th, we discussed and shared with you documenting your oral history with family and friends. This is a binder created with all documents that are of value in your life. It is all in one place. In the event something should happen to you, your POA or family will have the knowledge on

Physical Assets These are your physical belongings such as houses, cars, jewelry, collections, and artwork, with their associated provenance, as well as supporting documentation such as receipts, restorations and certifications of authenticity. Your physical assets may be in numerous places: homes, storage, in transit, on loan, with one of your children, or in a safe

As CRS has preached for several years, put your “LIFE DOCUMENTS” together. Your family and your business will be prepared for when disruption, loss and disaster strikes. We can help with critical documents, home and business inventories and digital assets. Digital Assets These include: All online accounts requiring a username and password, including social media,

I read this article from one of my colleagues with the National Association of Productivity and Professional Organizers and it fits into the CRS preaching about putting your “LIFE DOCUMENTS TOGETHER”. You will always need it! Here is proof! Read below. When someone commits fraud, you feel violated. And, in fact, you have been. But

Garage: Clear and organize the entire garage Organize and hang garden tools/yard tools on the wall Replace any missing or broken tools, if needed Make sure all storage boxes are labeled and taped shut Hang bicycles from the ceiling of the garage for more walk space Put shelving in the garage to get items off

Outdoors: Check all windows and doors for cracks Trim large tree branches Tighten any loose screws or bolts on decks Dust and scrub porch/deck/patio Wash and store patio furniture Find a clean place in the garage to store patio cushions/furniture Prepare garden hose to unscrew from faucet, when weather gets cold Wash door thresholds Clear

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Back to School

Organizing a Traditional Office Space

Get Organized with Labels and Containers

After Losing a Loved One – Concierge Services for the Family

Pros and Cons to Photo Cloud Storage

Packing and Organizing Your Cabin/Lake Home

Organizing Your Jewelry

Organizing Your In Home Storage Closet

Organizing Your Refrigerator

What Should Be in a Life Document Binder?

Cover Your Assets: When Dealing with Fraud- Part Three

Cover Your Assets: When Dealing with Fraud- Part Two

Cover Your Assets: When Dealing with Fraud- Part One

Spring Maintenance Checklist- Part 2

Spring Maintenance Checklist- Part 1