18, Dec 2023
Recently, a Chu On That… newsletter subscriber said they were ready to relocate to a smaller home. The problem was that they lived in their house for over 30 years and had no idea where to start. It’s a common situation – and it can be very stressful. Luckily, with… Read more
18, Sep 2023
Many times, I’ve mentioned the benefits of downsizing. The people who downsize enjoy a safer home with lower maintenance even if they do not move to a new house. But it isn’t easy. The costs of downsizing are emotional and financial. And those costs depend on what you plan to… Read more
15, May 2023
People rent storage units for many reasons. They might need to store household goods during a home renovation or when moving from one house to another. Occasionally, families need to downsize an older relative to a smaller home, and they need more time to sort through all the possessions, so… Read more
24, Apr 2023
Recently, we worked with a client who needed help sorting paperwork. It’s a time-consuming job because you must read and interpret the information on the paper before deciding what to do with it. In fact, this client had several years’ worth of documents in piles, boxes, and filing cabinets around… Read more
15, Aug 2022
Moving day is stressful – but not just for you. The hustle and bustle of movers, furniture, boxes, and giant trucks can impact the people living around you. And while you are relocating to a new part of town or beyond, you should still be a good neighbour on moving… Read more
09, May 2022
Have a Decluttering Party I’ll admit it – I’m an extravert. I love socializing, so I’m always looking for ways to help fellow extroverts declutter and interact with others in an enjoyable way. If you identify with this, a decluttering party might be for you. What is a Decluttering Party?… Read more
18, Apr 2022
Clients contact Out of Chaos to clear out a house after the owners have moved to a smaller home. Sometimes the homeowners have passed away, and the heirs need to sell the house quickly. However, they don’t have the time or ability to handle all the work that the estate… Read more
10, Jan 2022
When you are moving or downsizing, time is your friend. The more time you have to plan, the more resources are available at a lower cost. You can also make environmentally friendlier decisions on what to do with your stuff. There are three basic ways to part with your unwanted… Read more
14, Jun 2017
With summer around the corner, you might feel inspired to remove some junk from inside or outside your home. Maybe you have leftover renovation materials, damaged furniture, broken appliances or just stuff you’ve stacked aside– to deal with later. Why not tackle it now? If you have too much for… Read more
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