Relocating to a new home and hoping to start fresh? Sort through all of your old belongings first so that you take only what you need. Not only will this save you valuable time later, but it may also save you money.
One person’s trash may be another person’s treasure. So, before you reach for that trash bag be sure to check out our top tips for donating items.
Sell Unwanted Clothes Online
A few extra dollars in your pocket may come in handy when moving.
List some of your unwanted items on a resellers website. There are a many different websites to choose from, such as ebay.com, Poshmark, and Thredup. Before signing up check how much commission the site will take for each item sold.
Donate Clothes to a Local Charity
This one is easy. If your clothes no longer fit or you simply don’t like their style, you can donate them to a local non-profit such as Goodwill or Salvation Army, or a local church or shelter. Many of us tend to hold onto clothes much longer than other items.
Save space in your new house and ask yourself, “Do I really need three plaid shirts? Should I hold onto my old prom dress, just in case it comes in handy?”
The answer to both of these questions is probably, “no.”
So, search online to find a local cause that you can support with a clothing donation. Remember, the more room you have in your closet, the bigger excuse for shopping.
Take Books to a Library for Others to Enjoy
Reading a good book can transport you to a fantasy world. But, books are heavy items that take-up a lot of space.
Take a look at your book collection and determine of there are some that you can part with. Contact your local library to see if they take donations. Or, locate local thrift shops that will.
If you have a lot of children’s books, consider donating to a school.
Deliver Gently-Used Furniture to Furniture Banks
Choosing to take or leave your furniture when moving can be a difficult decision. Remember that all of your furniture will need to fit through the door of your new house. If it does not, you will have to either dismantle them or donate them.
Some organizations offer a pick-up service for furniture donations. This will save you time, energy and money during your move. Consider donating your furniture to a local Furniture Bank; the store in Tallahassee remains the only free source of furniture in the area.
Sell Electronics
Used cell phones and other handheld electronics such as Kindles and iPads can be sold to Decluttr. They even buy used Legos by the pound.
Let’s Get Packing
As you start packing up your house to move you might not realize how much you have and how much you might be able to part with. After all, moving is a great time to purge and start fresh in your new home.
Need help with packing and your move? Contact us; we can help!