5. Donations are Happily Accepted Since most people donate items following a Christmas cleanout or during spring declutter, charities are often flooded with goods during those times. If you live in a college town, donation centers also receive copious deliveries as students move out of dorms at the beginning of summer. However, as charities gear up for the holiday season, fall is the time when they most need quality household goods and clothing to disperse within the community. Completing your purge now benefits everyone. 6. Perfect Weather for Outdoor Sorting Many people say fall is their favorite season, simply because of the moderate climate. It’s not too hot or too cold, which makes it ideal for organizing a garage sale, tackling a messy shed, and hauling items to donation centers or the dump. Commit to making decisions about seasonal items now, rather than waiting until next season. There’s no reason to store items for another year if they won’t be used in the future. Instead, find
7. The Back-to-School Transition If you have students in the house, fall is already a time of transition. While you’re clearing space in the pantry and sorting through school clothes, take the extra steps to organize those spaces. You’ll be grateful you did as school supplies and new clothing start invading the space. 8. Saves Money By clearing clutter, you take inventory of what you already have. Think school supplies and clothing, pantry items, and holiday decor. With this information at hand, you can stay organized with your shopping and avoid unnecessary purchases. Not only will you save money, but you could also make a few bucks by selling unwanted items on Facebook Marketplace, community pages, or through resale Apps such as Depop, Mercari, Poshmark, and eBay. new homes, donate, or toss them to give yourself more breathing room now, and a fresh start when spring rolls around.
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