17, Sep 2018
Without a doubt, moving homes can be an expensive endeavour. From renting a truck and purchasing packing materials to cleaning your old home, it becomes a pricey day. But with preparation, there are always ways to alleviate the costs. Here are some of my top tips to help you save… Read more
29, Jan 2018
When we help clients organize, we often come across gift cards piled up or tucked away. Without a doubt, these little plastic wonders are popular for shoppers and retailers. In fact, you can’t help but notice the wide variety of options at the huge gift card kiosks stationed at many… Read more
16, Dec 2017
Downsizing your home is a hot topic nowadays. Times have changed, baby boomers are retiring, condo-living has flourished, and we have realized we don’t need to “live large” to live happily. I would have to say that most of my clients report they are quite satisfied after moving. In fact,… Read more
27, Nov 2017
I’ve been very lucky to have worked in the Professional Organizing Industry for over 15 years. And while it’s not a common line of work (yes, I must explain my occupation to many people in the course of a year!) it is a rewarding one. One of the busiest aspects… Read more
08, Nov 2016
As business owners, we need to stay on top of our numbers. Beyond keeping receipts organized and maintaining good records to enhance productivity, it’s essential to keep track of certain costs that can skyrocket, like phone data charges. When you take an in-depth look at these costs (that also directly… Read more
12, Apr 2011
Some of you may have seen the television commercials alluding to the tax time filing pain. We often struggle to organize our paperwork and file our taxes in time before the deadline. Even if you aren’t filing your own taxes, there is the stress of finding all your source documents…. Read more
08, Apr 2011
Check out my short but sweet article in WestCoast Families magazine. Did you know that eight in 10 Canadians feel disorganized, especially those with children in the household? I wrote a short but sweet article on how to spring into an organized life and save time and money. Read Spring… Read more
30, Apr 2007
Tax time is one of the more stressful times of the year. You are in search mode, looking for all your documents. In addition, you are possibly more stressed about having to pay taxes. Being savvy with money shouldn’t be this difficult! I was speaking with a business colleague, Nancy… Read more
06, Dec 2005
Do you walk into a room, intent on looking for something and feel like you want to slam the door shut and run? We often dread having to look for something, because of the piles and overflowing drawers and cupboards we have to sift through. Many people find it easier… Read more
10, May 2005
Nancy Zimmerman of Your Money by Design shares some quick tips to help sort and organize your money financial affairs. 1. Define the purpose of your money. It may seem obvious, but you’d be surprised. If you think about it, is your money supporting your current lifestyle? What are your… Read more
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