Room-by-Room Organization Tips

Not sure where to begin organizing? Just take it one room at a time.

Not sure where to begin organizing? Just take it one room at a time.

Home organization can seem like a daunting task, but when broken up room-by-room, it’s easier to tackle. Here’s how to divide and conquer to tame the mess.

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Bathroom

  • No nonsense. Space is often at a premium in your bathroom, so it’s important to be firm and decisive about getting rid of things you don’t need. Toss out toiletries and equipment that you rarely use. In your medicine cabinet, limit yourself to just the essentials to keep your organization goals on track. Trust us, you can live without that seventh bottle of nail polish remover.
  • Space invaders. Nothing can make a room seem more like a mess than a cluttered countertop. Maximize valuable space on your vanity by utilizing utilitarian storage containers like this 5-in-1 toothbrush holder that also stores toothpaste and other toiletries like hand soap and lotion. Hang a rectangular wire basket (purchased from an office supply store) on the side of your vanity to hold your hair dryer and other gadgets.
  • Clean sweep. Keep bottled cleaners organized by hanging a tension rod in your cabinet. These adjustable rods are available for cheap and are a great quick fix to keep tight spaces organized and the cleaners you use regularly within arm’s reach. For cleaning supplies you don’t grab on a regular basis, keep them in an easy-to-reach basket that can be stashed when finished.

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Spring Cleaning: 6 Tips to Keep Your Apartment Allergen-Free

Dust is the most common cause of indoor allergies, but make sure you're not kicking up dirt and debris when you're cleaning.

Dust is the most common cause of indoor allergies, but make sure you’re not kicking up dirt and debris when you’re cleaning.

Indoor allergies caused by dust mites, pet dander and mold trigger allergy and even asthma symptoms in millions of indoor allergy sufferers each year.

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While it is impossible to make your home completely allergen-free, below are a few tips to clear most of the bothersome allergens from your apartment.

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Dusting
Dust is the most common cause of indoor allergies, but be careful how you dust, because you can actually make your allergies worse by kicking up dirt and debris while you’re cleaning. Use a wet or treated cloth that attracts dust, minimize dust-catching clutter and clean dusty surfaces, such as ceiling fan blades, regularly so that dust doesn’t have a chance to accumulate.

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Spruce up for Spring: Freshen up Your Home (Infographic)

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Looking to freshen up the look of your home? Spring is the perfect time to organize and accessorize your space to welcome the season of renewal.

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Incorporate pops of color to each room by adding bold and bright colored accent pieces, such as picture frames and flower vases. Ring in spring with unique and creative floral displays.

For more tips and ideas on sprucing up your apartment this spring, click the infographic for our suggestions. And while you spruce up your apartment for spring, don’t forget to spring clean your budget.

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How to Spring Clean Your Budget

While you spring clean your home, consider getting your finances in order, too.

While you spring clean your home, consider getting your finances in order, too.

As you spring clean your household this season, take a moment to tidy up your finances and get your personal spending in order.

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Whether you just want a little cushion in your savings account for a rainy day or you’re holding out for a new car or house, organizing your finances is a great way to get started. Here are some of our to-dos to spring clean your budget.

Take a Step Back
To start spring cleaning your budget, take a step back and review your finances. Take a look at your current budget and view what you spend your money on: rent/mortgage, bills, food, children, etc. If you’re currently using a shoebox to manage your money, this is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your fiscal strategy.

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