This is the time of year when we make resolutions..and for us, our tradition is to clear/clean out closets and storage areas...get rid of the old...make way for the new..or less cluttered. It is amazing the clothes and other things that hide in corners, shelves and drawers.
If this is also your tradition...or one you would like to start..or save for a snow day...begin in the spring...here are a couple helpful hints. We are not going to give you the famous... if you have not worn/used in a year ....throw away advice. I am all too guilty of not following that one myself.
Decide where you are going to give various 
items...clothing may be one place and household items another. Call your intended charity first...there are times when not all non profit organizations may have the room to store every kind of item...or they may have changed what kinds of things that they are able to accept...or pick up based upon their facilities and volunteer staff.
Be sure the clothes are clean and we sort them by type...pants, shirts, dresses etc. and before each gets put in large trash bags for easy hauling....we also get out pen and paper.....and use this guide for recording our donations for tax deductions.
You will feel better starting the new year with cleaner, less cluttered spaces...AND while gaining the tax deduction...you have helped someone by donating items that they will welcome to start their new year.
If starting the new year means a new home in southeastern Wisconsin....call the Hansons...we will give you moving tips and the very best in prompt professional real estate services and proven results !
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