Articles from our blog
Explore our articles for advice on downsizing, decluttering, and relocation, based on years of experience in this field.
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We’re hiring!
We’re currently hiring a Downsizing & Decluttering Specialist (training provided) to join our Canberra-based team. HOURS Approx. 10 hours per week (Typically 3 x 3-hour client sessions + 1 hour…
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When a deceased estate becomes a hoard
Clearing a deceased estate is naturally an emotional and overwhelming process, but there is a point where a “full house” crosses the line into a hoarding situation. Understanding this distinction…
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Selling furniture from a deceased estate
Getting stuck on how to deal with furniture from an estate clearance is a common feeling. One of the biggest challenges with estate furniture is the paradox of ownership—we need…
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What it takes to be a downsizing professional
I get enquiries from time to time from people wanting to set up their own downsizing or professional organising business, or wanting to join our amazing team of packing assistants….
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Our sales process
When do you recommend selling items of value? Many people avoid decluttering certain items because they feel they might be able to get some money back for them. We often…
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Selling items of value when downsizing
People’s worst fear around downsizing is seeing their precious items end up in landfill. The mental image of family members tossing all of their household goods into a skip can…
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Free furniture pickup options for Canberrans
Dealing with excess furniture can often be a challenge. Fortunately, there are several free furniture pickup options available for Canberrans that can help you clear space while also benefiting others…
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Downsizing and moving – where to go?
“Research is the key to informed decision-making. It illuminates the path, revealing hidden insights and empowering us to make the best choices.” – Albert Einstein It can be hard to…
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Furniture
Lesson 12: Free online downsizing course Rehoming excess furniture can be challenging. We find it’s useful to tackle excess furniture early in the process (alongside tackling sales) as it can…
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Pros and cons of different sales methods
Lesson 8: Free online downsizing course Selling can be such a fraught process. It can be tricky knowing what is and isn’t valuable in the current second hand market. It…
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The role of self storage
Lesson 11: Free online downsizing course Traditionally, the advice has been to avoid using self storage during decluttering, as it doesn’t solve the root cause of the clutter (true) and…
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An argument for the tip shop
Lesson 10: Free online downsizing course Are you in the process of decluttering and downsizing your home, but struggling to find a new home for some of your belongings? Maybe…
