It\’s time to turn your junk into cash!

It\’s time to turn your junk into cash!

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If you\’ve been busy clearing out things from your home that don\’t \”bring you joy,\” or you\’re ready to do some serious spring cleaning, you might be primed for having a major garage sale. I grew up helping my mom with her yard sales and since then have held many myself, so I have a wealth of experience putting on successful garage sales. They can be very lucrative and fun events! Check out the resources below and let me know if I can help you with an event of your own!

Carla Whyte
Embracing Your Space

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Top 10 Spring Cleaning Tips

Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about spring cleaning your home. Spring cleaning is important for everyone, particularly if you’re an allergy sufferer. You owe it to yourself and your family to enjoy a clean that’s more than dirt-deep. Think allergen-deep.

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The Ultimate Yard Sale Guide

Who doesn’t like yard sales?

It’s such a great way to make some quick cash and get rid of clutter at the same time!

(Besides, people routinely take stuff that’s been left at the curb for FREE when it’s intended for the garbage, so why not sell it?)

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Garage Sale Sign Kit with Pricing Stickers and Wood Sign Stakes

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Are you done with your taxes yet?

Are you done with your taxes yet?

\"\"Are you done with your taxes yet?

Yes, it’s tax season again, but don’t panic! You have plenty of time to get them done. Start doing a little each day to get your receipts gathered and organized, and make an appointment with your tax accountant. Also, now is the perfect time to get your receipts in order for next year. 🙂 Having a dedicated place for your tax papers is key. Read the following article for tips!

Carla Whyte
Embracing Your Space

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Top Six Ways to Stay Organized During Tax Season

We\’re in the midst of tax season, so it\’s the perfect time to pull out your receipts, grab your W-2s and dust off your old tax returns for some spring cleaning.

Keeping tax documents organized and stored safely can reduce the chances of identity theft. And, if you get organized now, you\’ll be thankful next year when you don\’t have to spend hours digging around for your receipts and other documents.

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This file folder provides 24 individual pockets for reliable partitioning and keeps all files tidy and organized and can hold about 3000 sheets paper. Comes with premade labels or you can create your own.

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Women\’s Networking Alliance

I\’ve been a member of the Women\’s Networking Alliance since 2014. It has been a great place for me to grow my business, get support from other small business owners, and make new friends! My chapter is having a visitor\’s night on March 6 and I would love for you to join us! Visiting is free, so I hope to see you there!

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Bonnie, MBA CPA, looks forward to continuing to help business owners and individuals to save taxes & accomplish their financial goals by leveraging Padgett\’s resources and her experiences.

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Time to declutter your home!

Time to declutter your home!

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Happy 2019!! It’s the start of a new year, and many of you have made resolutions to get organized once and for all! ? And I’d love nothing more than to help you get started. I love this article, because it gives you projects to do month by month, to help keep you from getting overwhelmed. Organizing your home doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing project. It doesn’t have to be done in one weekend. Take your time, and who knows? You may enjoy it!

Carla Whyte
Embracing Your Space

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New Year, New Home: How To Declutter And Organize All Year

This year, set a resolution you can actually stick to. Learn how to declutter and organize your home, one month at a time

Don’t get stressed out! This is a month-by-month checklist culled from the smartest home organization experts we could find to help you get your act together at the leisurely pace of a full calendar year.

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Product Recommendation:

Rolling Laundry Center

Laundry may never be fun, but, when it’s quick and easy, it isn’t as much of a chore. This laundry center includes a hanging bar that will help simplify and organize your laundry chores. A removable heavy duty polyester 3-section bag makes cleaning easy and you can keep your colors, whites, delicates, lingerie, and other clothes separated.

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Partner Recommendation:

Remoov

Once you purge clutter from your home, you are going to need to haul your discarded stuff away! Remoov picks up and sells, donates or recycles all of your unwanted items. It\’s the simplest way to declutter your life.

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Happy Holidays from Embracing Your Space!

Happy Holidays from Embracing Your Space!

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Happy Holidays
from Embracing Your Space!

Here’s to another year of organizing fun! 🙂 Without you, it wouldn’t have been possible, so I’d like to thank you once again for allowing me in your homes, and trusting me with your projects. To my family and friends, thank you so much for your continued support of my organizing passion. It truly does fuel my desire to rid the world of clutter, one client at a time! Have a wonderful holiday, and I’ll see you in 2019!

Carla Whyte
Embracing Your Space

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving!

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No Thanksgiving would be complete without thanking the people who make my job so special. So, thank you, and have a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Carla Whyte
Embracing Your Space

 

 

 

 

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How To Prepare Your Home to Host a Holiday Party

Now that the holidays have arrived, you may have been the chosen one to host this year’s gathering. From stirring up your signature dishes to accommodating overnight guests, the thought of your to-do list might sound daunting. However, with a plan in place you have no reason to fret! Your friends and family know that you aren’t the Bellagio, so don’t put that sort of pressure on yourself.

This year, use these tips for a smooth holiday party preparation.

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Something missing from your Thanksgiving spread? Here\’s the final piece to a lovely banquet at home, office or at restaurants. Add your personal touch to these white place cards accented with pumpkin pattern.

 

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Hylasue Mercurio, Welch\’s Cleaning

 

Professional and reliable cleaning for people who like to come home to a clean house! Whole house/office cleaning, weekly, biweekly, monthly, 1-time cleaning available, move-in/move-out.

 

 

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How To Prepare Your Home to Host a Holiday Party

How To Prepare Your Home to Host a Holiday Party

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How To Prepare Your Home to Host a Holiday Party

 

Now that the holidays have arrived, you may have been the chosen one to host this year’s gathering. From stirring up your signature dishes to accommodating overnight guests, the thought of your to-do list might sound daunting. However, with a plan in place you have no reason to fret! Your friends and family know that you aren’t the Bellagio, so don’t put that sort of pressure on yourself.

 

This year, use these tips for a smooth holiday party preparation.

 

 

 

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Clear the Clutter:

1 Week in Advance

First on the list is cutting the amount of clutter in your home. With more foot traffic than normal, it’s essential to create more space so your guests don’t feel crowded and uncomfortable. Not only does it make for a more enjoyable party, it also makes navigating much easier for elderly guests.

 

Begin with the rooms that most of your guests will spend their time in. Have three bags on hand: to sore elsewhere, to donate, and to throw out. For anything that should be stored elsewhere, choose a place in your home that your guests won’t have access to. For example, your garage or storage room. If placed in a spare room, lock the door so small children avoid getting their hands on something they aren’t supposed to.

 

When in a crunch, use a service to sort, haul, and dispose of your unwanted clutter for you. For those that have time and aren’t sure where to start, scheduling time with a professional organizer in advance may be worth your while.

 

Perform a Deep Cleaning: 3-4 Days in Advance

Clearing the amount of clutter in your home will drastically ease the process of cleaning. With clear tables and counters, dusting and wiping down surfaces will become much more streamlined.

Similar to decluttering, start in the rooms that will be most trafficked. These will likely be the kitchen, living room, and bathrooms. For guests planning an overnight stay, you’ll need to consider spare rooms as well. Begin with the floors and work your way up. Vacuum and/or mop the floors three to four days out from the big day. Dusting and wiping down surfaces can follow at two to three days out, depending on how much spare time you have on your hands. After that, make sure all toilets and mirrors are cleaned prior to guest’s arrival.

Add a Festive Touch: 2 Days in Advance

Your home doesn’t need extravagant decorations to get people in the holiday spirit. A few simple decorations and holiday scents will do the trick. The day before your guests arrive, light some candles or place air fresheners in your vents to fill the home with warm scents.

Place a few tasteful holiday decorations on your kitchen, coffee and side tables. Add a small chalkboard sign to your walkway to give your guests a warm welcoming. If you’d like to get more creative, gather some inspiration from Pinterest beforehand.

Final touches: Day of the Party

When the day of the party arrives, you should have minimal tasks left on your list. In the morning, add any additional furniture needed to accommodate your number of attendees and set each table. A couple hours before arrival, sweep each room for recollected clutter. Depending on your spread, the rest of your day should be spent cooking and spending quality time with family and friends.

However you choose to celebrate the holidays, gathering with the people you love most is what matters most. If you find yourself getting stressed, take a deep breath and resort to your plan in place. You’ve got this!

 

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