Less is more—and when it comes to getting ready to move or prepping Palm Springs homes for sale, that old adage is very true. The more spacious a home looks to a potential buyer, the more it will appeal to them. And the less you have to move, the less stressed you and your family will be. So why not get started with the decluttering process now, even if you’re just thinking of selling your home in Rancho Mirage or another desert area? Here are a few steps to follow that will help streamline the process.
Empty it out. Whether you are decluttering a drawer, a closet or shelf, the best way to start is to remove everything from the space. Empty it all out into an area where you can spread out all your goods, so that you can see what you have and then assess the situation properly. Clean out the area and then move on to the next step.
Start sorting. Once you’ve laid out all your belongings, you can now decide what to keep and what to junk. If you’re moving from across the coast into a home in Rancho Mirage, you may want to throw out more than you keep, as the style of décor may be completely different. If you’re preparing a home for sale, then why not challenge yourself to trashing either a third, or if you’re really brave, a half of all the items you’re sorting through?
Challenge yourself. Really look at your belongings and see what you can get rid of. Ask yourself some hard questions—when was the last time you used it? If something hasn’t been used in the last nine months to a year, do you really need it? If you’re having trouble deciding, think whether it’s something you could borrow or rent. If it is, then unload it by all means.
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