Top 7 tips to make sure your furniture fits in your new home

Posted on by Bob Morton
When thinking about downsizing, having a firm idea of the outcomes you are looking for in your new home is a great place to start.  What are the things that are not negotiable? Artwork? A special piece of furniture? Although it is tempting to fit as much as possible, an overcrowded smaller home filled with larger furniture is unlikely to give you the relaxed and comfortable look and feel you’re after. Look at your new floor plan and measurements and make sure the furniture you intend to ta...
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Is winter the time to wage war on your wardrobe?

Posted on by Bob Morton
Wandering through your winter wardrobe can be a joy or a nightmare for many people. Moth-eaten jumpers, last year’s fashion and jeans that don’t fit anymore. If you’re thinking it’s time for a wardrobe war to get yourself warm, there’s no better time than now. Here are some tips and hints we’ve learned from helping people downsize or move house. A disorganised, random wardrobe can be uninspiring. Follow these top tips to spruce things up. 1.     It’s really important to ensure you have...
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Top Tips to Garage Sale Success

Posted on by Bob Morton
Are you moving, downsizing or just overwhelmed with clutter? Clean up both literally and figuratively by making some cash and throwing an epic garage sale. If you're serious about profiting from your stuff and you're keen to throw the best garage sale you can, here's how to do it. 1. Plan ahead of time. This is the key to a successful garage sale, especially in terms of attracting buyers.  Picking a date and hitting up your neighbours, friends and family to encourage them to either cont...
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