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Organizing Expert: Spotlight on Claudia Winkler

Q: When did you decide to become a Professional Organizer? I decided to become a Professional Organizer in 2015, not long after my father passed away. My mom needed help getting organized in a way that worked for her so that she could take on managing her finances. At that same time, people began asking me to help organize their …

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Finding the Perfect House

Finding the perfect house to buy sounds like something that should be possible, even simple. I just want a relatively updated home, in a nice neighborhood with a good school district, within a 30-minute commute from work. Easy. Right? Why is it then that the actual finding of this home is such a challenge?!!! The curb appeal is a-MAZ-ing and …

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House H(a)unting

With Halloween right around the corner, answer this: Would you move into a haunted house? According to a 2017 survey by Realtor.com, quite a few people would! Out of 1,000 online respondents, 58% would consider it, and the rest said HELL NO! Maybe you’re someone who can sense the paranormal. Or, you think all this stuff is just a bunch …

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Why Would YOU Move?

Moving requires much time, energy, planning and, of course, money. More than that, it requires nerve and a darn good reason! Whatever your moving reasons are, relocating your entire life, career, possessions, furniture, and perhaps even your beloved pet(s) is not something to be taken lightly. So… What are the reasons that American take the leap? Here are a few. …

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Sell Your Backyard

The weather is warmer and the real estate market is ramping up for a busy season. The seasonal change offers a unique set of circumstances if you are in the market to sell your home. We are coming out of a long, cold, wet winter and spring. Showing off the amenities of outdoor spaces may not have been very easy …

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Sofa Bed: Should it Stay or Should it Go

It’s gotten you through countless sleepovers and lots of movie nights. Remove the cushions and you’ll probably find some snack crumbs and other little doo-dads. Yes, it’s your sofa bed! Sofa beds are not always the most comfortable for sleeping (yes, this may be a gross understatement), but some are not so bad at all. We can’t deny though, that …

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Be Kind – To Yourself!

Cut yourself some Slack during an End-of-Year Move It’s the “most wonderful time of the year,” so why have you been so stressed lately? Here it is, the last few days of December and all there’s been to think about is what we are giving and getting for holiday gifts! Oh, and we had to choose our healthcare plans. Right. Don’t …

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Holidays & Your New Home: What You Need to Know

If you are someone who really enjoys celebrating the holidays and you have just moved, then you are in for some changes. Here are a few suggestions of how to manage your new Holiday Home: Situation A – Hosting Guests following a local move. You have moved within your city or state and are still planning to host the holiday. …

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Celebrate Family Reunion Month – Here’s How!

Moving away and already missing family? Well, July is a great month to do something about it! Many social groups including churches observe National Family Reunion Month in the month of July¹. “Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family … in another city.” ~ George Burns July is Family Reunion Month. If you are in the process of …

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Moving This Month? – You’re Not Alone

May marks the beginning of moving season. And the Tuesday after Memorial Day is actually considered “National Moving Day” – this year, May 30th.The percentage of moves in the U.S. run much higher – 4 to 40% higher in summer months – as opposed to other months of the year. Therefore, it’s no surprise that you too may be planning …