We all have items lying around the house that we have not used in awhile. Well when you decide to sell your home, you will want to remove that clutter so your home is looking its best. Here are 7 easy steps to help get rid of that clutter, and get you prepping for selling your home.
1.) Create and stick to a schedule
Doing this will help you stick to whatever task you are doing, and will help you manage your time for more efficiency.
2.) Only work on one room at a time
Setting goals for each room will help you reach the visual aesthetic you want for each room.
3.) Set up a deadline
Ask yourself when you will start showings and set the deadline a few days before that date. Depending on the clutter and amount of time needed for each project, you might have to start the weekend before the deadline or even a few weeks.
4.) Start small
All that clutter did not appear over night, and cleaning it wont either. If you start on small segments you are less likely to get frustrated and overwhelmed with the project.
5.) Categorize you clutter
Put things into keep, toss, sell, and donate. This will help you move through items quicker.
6.) Letting go
A great way to get things into the categories listed above is to ask if you have used that item within the last year. If yes, then decide if its something you would like to donate, sell or toss. It’s a great way to gather an inventory for a garage sale.
7.) Pack it up
After sorting out your items pack up the ones you are keeping, but don’t need right away. It helps you clear up the clutter and also gives you a head start on packing for your move.