Most of can agree that our homes could use less clutter, but making the time to declutter is a little like getting to the end of the rainbow.

Here are the five best reasons to declutter that will make your life greatly better in all kinds of ways.

No matter where you live, careful design can turn your space into a sanctuary. Elements like room layout, sounds from the street, even the color of your throw pillows come together to determine the character of your home. And that includes much more than looks—design influences your mental and physical health in surprising ways every day.

One of the most valuable lessons I have learned through working with a professional organizer is the action step of planning. In the past, I often relegated planning to another item on my to do list. I was not aware of the extra-ordinary advantages that come from planning one’s schedule, whether related to work, family, or social life.

Work-life balance ranks as one of the most important factors in the workplace in today’s society.

Above all else, keep your personal and business banking separate.
I’ve been self-employed for most of my life. Being in charge of everything from payroll to filing, never mind actually doing the work, means I’ve learned to be very organized.

“Keep all of your receipts” is almost the first piece of tax advice everybody learns, and for good reason; without an accurate, easily referenced record of the money you’ve spent, you may not be able to answer the Canada Revenue Agency’s request for verification of your business expenses.

This is your year to finally get—and stay—organized. Here, experts reveal their best tips, tricks and strategies for keeping a clutter-proof home.
1. Know Your Clutter Personality
In order to maintain a clutter-free home, you need to get to the root of why things pile up in the first place

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