Tag: downsizing tips
To Keep or Not to Keep
The thought of going through all your possessions may sound daunting but it is often a necessary step in preparing for a move. It is the process of thinking through what you own and then making decisions about whether to take with them with you to your new home or…
Read moreGetting a New Perspective
When does a dresser stop being a dresser? Or a coffee table, a coffee table? The answer: when it becomes a hallway storage chest or an entertainment center. Moving away from the traditional use of an item or space is referred to as repurposing, and it enables you to continue to use…
Read moreWhat will fit into your new home?
“You can’t fit a gallon of water into a quart size jar!” This insightful statement also applies to the furniture and belongings we hope to fit into our homes when we downsize. No matter how hard we push, shove or squeeze we probably can’t fit everything from our larger…
Read moreMove into a New Way of Thinking
A household move often involves a new start, a new area to explore, new friends and perhaps even new activities. If the move involves downsizing to a smaller place, it may also involve a new way of thinking. Before the move, it is important to begin imagining your new daily…
Read moreDownsizing Hurdles – Questions
There are so many questions that need answers when you are downsizing. These questions often become huge hurdles along the way, tripping you up and making the process harder if not stopping you completely. Knowing the right questions to ask and limiting the number of questions can help you find…
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