Deciding we don’t need something is one thing, knowing what to do with it is another. Where can I donate my stuff? Finding the best donation stream for our stuff can be challenging. It depends on your area, mobility and availability. I love doing targeted donations but I am not likely to travel for an …
Accountability and getting shit done go hand in hand. Without accountability we are lost at sea. How many times have you walked past the cluttered spare room and thought “I must get onto that”? Then shut the door. Or shoved aside the piles of paperwork on the dining table and promised yourself you would go …
So you have watched a few organising reality shows, and want to know “how do I become a Professional Organiser in Melbourne?” The industry is relatively new so you won’t find a path laid out for you. There is no course at RMIT or Melbourne Uni. This makes it both easier and more difficult to …
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For a broader look at decluttering via selling, take a look at my previous article How To Sell Unwanted Stuff Online. This time however, I look in more detail at my two favourite powerhouses – eBay versus Marketplace. eBay eBay pros for sellers: From a tech perspective it’s finely tuned and streamlined. It has good …
Want to sell unwanted stuff online? I need to preface this by saying: it may not be worth as much as what you think. Amazon, Kmart and Aldi are great. I mean who doesn’t want a $2 forest green velour cushion or $10 mum jeans? But this race to the bottom devalues everything. People expect to …
This post is going to be riddled with disclaimers: I am not a tax accountant I am not an anything accountant OK so maybe not riddled, but those are my caveats. Can I claim decluttering on tax? Yes maybe. (There, I said it)If you are a sole trader or operating a business, andIf I declutter …
I have been thinking about the Melbourne Cup. As Marie Kondo says, keep only those things that speak to the heart, and discard items that no longer spark joy. Full disclaimer: we are not certified Konmarie consultants, but the method has some sensible aspects to it. Investigate, reevaluate, discard. Furthermore it is worthwhile …
