The lure of home décor magazines is incredibly strong when we’re preparing to move to a new home. We imagine living in rooms that look just like those glossy, perfectly staged photos. It is so tempting to buy chic, trendy items for our new home before moving in. However, we… Read more
At Out of Chaos, we’re always looking for ways to keep unwanted household goods out of the landfill. In my research, I’ve found three weird things you can donate instead of dumping in the trash and landfill. Wine Corks Remember that big plastic bag of wine corks you collected to… Read more
Recently, a business executive passed away leaving no instructions on how to access his computer. A friend of a friend had her laptop stolen when she was travelling home from a business trip. Cybercriminals hack into the systems of a local warehouse forcing them to shut down for a week…. Read more
When moving from one home to another, most people are familiar with transporting items in cardboard boxes. However, many moving companies are now renting reusable plastic totes for household moves. How do you decide which option is right for your move? Let’s look at the benefits and drawbacks of both… Read more
Last week I had a segment on Breakfast Television Vancouver to talk about how the KonMari method has sparked buzz in the organizing community. The KonMari method focuses on decluttering. You imagine if the item has a place in your future by asking if an item sparks joy. Sparking joy,… Read more
The most recent trend in professional organizing is the KonMari method. But there are many different ways to declutter and organize to create a relaxed and comfortable home. The professional organizing industry in Canada started in 2001 and earlier in the 1980s in the United States. Over the years, there have… Read more
We have passwords for everything: our email, social media, and financial accounts, just to name a few. Additionally, we have PINs and secret authorization questions. Experts often provide password tips, but we must remember and record the information. It is a challenge. To combat this security fatigue, we suggest using… Read more
There are many advantages to online auctions for downsizing and estate liquidation. MaxSold is the online auction company we use to help disburse a household’s possessions in the most cost-effective way. Here are some tips that can help you in preparing for an online auction. Separate Items Not for Sale… Read more
One way to declutter is by selling individual items through online classified ad systems like kijiji, Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. Here are some tips on preparing items for online sales to fetch higher prices. Clean and Polish – Maybe Before cleaning collectibles or antiques, you should consult an expert. Some… Read more
In the world of fitness, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) combines bursts of intense exercise with periods of rest or lower intensity exercise. Using this HIIT method, athletes can maximize their training benefits in a reduced period of time. There is some evidence to show that adjusting the workday to resemble… Read more
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It sure feels great having a home for everything! I feel like a ton of bricks have been taken off my shoulders!
— Lisa & family – drowning in home