My advice on Christmas storage as an expert on ApartmentGuide.

As always, I focus on deluttering first and keeping things simple. Be sure to watch the whole clip for more!

Ideally, your horizontal surfaces like counters and dresser tops should only house items that you use daily while your display shelves should only contain items that have sentimental value. If possible, nothing should be touching your floor except furniture.

Your answer is going to depend on how many drawers you have and what size they are.

Think of your closet as a dressing room rather than a storage unit.

Yes! I encourage everyone in the household to be involved in the decluttering, organizing and maintaining phases of the projects if applicable.

People from all walks of life seek assistance in their decluttering and organizing journeys. While their stories are all so different, their goals are all so similar.  

When you hear people mention “organizing systems” this is what it really comes down to: self-discipline! Everyone can do it, but you need to customize your “system” to fit your own lifestyle.

I can’t stop thinking about what it would be like to lose my own home or my belongings to a burglar, roof leak, flood, tornado, fire, hail, fallen tree or even a car driving through my house. These things happen in Upstate SC all the time. They could happen to you! Would you be prepared to deal with the loss of or damage to your physical items?

I’ll hold you accountable so you can make the right decisions based on your needs and goals instead of your memories and emotions.