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It’s Called a Junk Drawer for a Reason…
Most people take a junk drawer and scoop out the contents and dump it into a box. Take a few extra minutes to contain the chaos of all those junk and bathroom drawers by using ziplock bags. Have several open when working on a drawer. All decent pencils and working pens in one bag, all…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning and Downsizing – A Match Made in Heaven
If you are like most, the signs of spring with warmer temperatures, blue skies and new garden growth make us itch to get our homes spruced up and better organized. We are inspired to get out there and clean things up and make everything neat and tidy to start the new season. It is an…
Read MoreMoving Time Saver Tip – Measure Your Furniture
If you don’t know where you are moving, or your furniture must go into storage while you look for a new residence, measure it. Most people forget about the furniture they have and how big it is. Make a master list of your furniture and the dimensions so you are better able to plan your…
Read MoreYou Can’t Take It All, but You Can Take What is Important
Some people think when they move into a retirement community or downsize to a smaller space that they have to give up everything. That is a big reason why many people put off moving for so long – sometimes too long. They are not ready to leave behind all the things that bring them joy. …
Read MoreMoving Time Saver Tips – Electronics
The problem with electronics and all those components is that they all start to look the same when they are disconnected and in boxes. And all those cords – how do you keep them all organized? If you are not an Audio-Video Specialist, it can be quite the frustrating task to get them all put…
Read MoreA Love Letter (of a different sort)
If you are planning a move or trying to get your personal affairs in order, having your vital documents and personal information organized and readily available is a top priority. It also happens to be the best gift you could ever give your family in the event of an emergency. It is the ultimate…
Read MoreHiring a Senior Move Manager? Do your Homework – Not all Move Managers are Created Equal!
If you or a senior you know are thinking about moving and could benefit from the services of a Senior Move Manager it is important to thoroughly research your options. There are many people getting into the growing senior market and donning the hat of Senior Move Managers. Most have a genuine concern for the…
Read MoreWhat is a Senior Move Manager and Why You Want One!
NextStep Transitions manages moves for people of all ages and walks of life, but managing a move for an older adult is a highly specialized and very personalized service. This is a service that we have been providing since 2007. Those that discover us before they move say we are lifesavers and they could not…
Read MoreTell your story – It’s important!
All of us have things we save because they have sentimental value. They are tucked away in our drawers, closets, attics and garages. These are the things we can’t bear to give away because they are pieces of our past. Most are ordinary things: a football, a figurine, or an old farm tool. You tell…
Read More‘Tis the Season…..to be jolly’
Or is it? Sometimes the holidays can bring a lot of stress and conflict within your home and personal spaces. There is always so much going on, so many things to do, so little time to get everything done and your house may not be living up to your expectations. Maybe you had plans…
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