1. Trim down your papers. In many of my clients’ homes, papers are a major source of clutter. But the new year is a great time to start with a clean slate. Start by spending a few minutes collecting into one large shopping bag all papers cluttering counters and surfaces of furniture. Recycle coupons and ads that are expired and anything else that is dated, such as invitations, catalogs and school notices. This task is meant to be completed in 10 to 15 minutes, so stay focused on clutter that can be removed quickly. You can do a more intensive paper purge — such as sorting through children’s art to decide what to save, and shredding and filing 2017 bills and statements — when you have more time.
1. Trim down your papers. In many of my clients’ homes, papers are a major source of clutter. But the new year is a great time to start with a clean slate. Start by spending a few minutes collecting into one large shopping bag all papers cluttering counters and surfaces of furniture. Recycle coupons and ads that are expired and anything else that is dated, such as invitations, catalogs and school notices. This task is meant to be completed in 10 to 15 minutes, so stay focused on clutter that can be removed quickly. You can do a more intensive paper purge — such as sorting through children’s art to decide what to save, and shredding and filing 2017 bills and statements — when you have more time.
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