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Self Storage Units Can Help You Achieve Your Resolution to Get Organized

January 5, 2014 | posted by admin | in Tips

New Years is traditionally a time to make resolutions for the coming year. If your resolution is to become more organized, AAA Self Storage in Topeka, KS can help. A storage unit is the perfect solution for storing items those items taking up valuable real estate in your home that you don’t want to part with but don’t use on a frequent basis.

Deciding to be more organized is one thing, actually becoming more organized is another. If you start thinking about everything that needs to be organized in your home, it can be overwhelming. Not knowing where to start can be a deterrent that leads many people to give up before they even begin. The first step is to break it down into small, achievable steps. Set small goals and deadlines, such as organizing a specific room or area by a certain date. This will keep the organizational process manageable.

As you organize each area, have designated areas or bins for items to keep, items to donate, items that need to be repaired, and items that can be thrown away. A good rule of thumb is to get rid of items you have not used in a year or two. If there are items that you haven’t used in a while, but you’re not sure you’re ready to get rid of them, move them to a storage unit. This frees up space without having to commit to getting rid of them. After a few months, revisit the issue. You may decide you no longer need the item and can part with it, or you may decide you want to keep it and continue to store it in your storage unit.

Once you’ve sorted through everything in an area and decided what to keep, look through the items and decide what needs to stay in the house and what items can be stored in a self storage unit. A storage unit is a great option for things like seasonal items and decorations, furniture, clothing, books, toys, and other items you only use a few times a year or less.

Rather than waiting until you are completely done with the organizational process to take items to donation centers, the trash, or your storage unit, make periodic trips. This will give you more room to work and will let you see the progress you’ve made, giving you motivation to keep going. It will also prevent you from second-guessing yourself or changing your mind.