Tips for Moving from the Suburbs to the City

Get comfortable with being uncomfortable

Depending on the city you’re moving to, public transportation (subway, bus, etc) may be a better/cheaper option than driving a personal car. Additionally, you’ll probably experience life a little differently, whether it’s the weather, the hustle of the city, the people, and everything else. Being uncomfortable may be your new norm.

Prepare your savings before moving

City life is notoriously more expensive than the suburbs. Make sure you have at least a few months’ worth of savings squirreled away if you can. This will make the transition much smoother.

Get a reliable storage unit

If you’re moving to a smaller apartment or home, you’ll probably have to get rid of some things. But don’t fret – you don’t have to get rid of all your valuable furniture and other possessions. Renting an affordable storage unit is a great way to keep your things, while keeping them out of your apartment.

Have fun!

Moving to a city from the suburbs means you’re surrounded by so much more life than before. From bars, restaurants, to all kinds of entertainment and activities, you’ll have no shortage of things to do. Make the most of it, and have fun!

Top 5 Decluttering Tips – How to Get Organized

Whether your home is drowning in clutter, or it’s just a little messier than you’d like, there are steps you can proactively take to solve the issue. You should have a clean, comfortable home to live, work and play in. Here are the top five decluttering tips to make sure your home is organized and cozy. 

Think vertically

Too often, we forget about a valuable space in our home – our walls! Walls provide a wonderful place to hang shelves, cabinets, hooks, and whatever else you can think of!

Use the one-in, one-out rule

This is a rule you’ll use throughout the year – not just when you declutter. Whenever you make a purchase of a shirt, make plans to get rid of an old shirt. This rule sets up a plan and makes sure your space doesn’t get flooded with new things.

Make three piles

One pile is what you’ll keep, one is what you’ll definitely get rid of, and one is a “maybe” pile. This lets you go through your items more quickly and make fast decisions. Afterward, go through a second round with the “maybe” pile. Then, you’ll know exactly what to keep, and what can be thrown out.

Be realistic 

If you haven’t used something in the last 3 months- a year, it’s likely that you won’t ever use it. Instead of keeping the item in your space and mind, get rid of it by either trashing it, giving it away, or donating it.

Storage unit

If all else fails, put your extra items in a storage unit. Out of sight, out of mind right? Seriously – this is a game-changing way to lessen the stress if you have an overcrowded home! This is especially useful if your home is in transition.

4 Easy Home Renovations – Change Up Your Space!

“Home renovations.” They sound like long, difficult projects, but there are lots of small changes you can do in an afternoon that really change up the feel of your home! These projects don’t require lots of money or skill, either. Read on for some super easy changes you can make to make your home truly yours.

Bring out the paint

What’s easier than painting? This is one of the simplest home renovations, but it has big impact. You can go for a bright color to liven up a space, or a subtle one to add an elegant change. You can even try an accent wall – paint one wall in the room a different color for a unique design.

Add a rug

Walls are an important part of your home design, but that doesn’t mean you should forget the floors. Get a rug that matches your style to really pull a room together. It’s a one-step way to taking a home from lackluster to welcoming.

Make some space

Sometimes the problem with a home design is not the actual furniture in the rooms – it’s the clutter! Making a home yours is difficult when you’re short on space. You can easily find affordable storage solutions -like cabinets, shelves and dressers – at thrift stores. But if that still leaves you lacking space, consider putting your extra items in a storage unit. It could be your home’s fastest makeover!

Refresh your kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of the home, but it’s hard to feel cozy when you have outdated cabinets. A quick fix is replacing the cabinet handles. Switch out the old knobs for more modern cabinet pulls. Is your kitchen being dragged down by drab walls? Stick on some peel and stick backsplash for a whole new look! These DIYS are not only stylish but also super easy!

Tips to Make the Perfect Work From Home Set-up

A lot of us are getting used to a big change this year — working from home, either permanently or for the foreseeable future. To be successful at work, it’s important to have a comfortable, functional work-from-home setup. Here are a few tips to make your work environment successful.

Get the right tools

Of course, you’ll need the basics: a computer, charger, headphones, and desk. However, if you want to improve your productivity, you may consider other equipment such as a standing desk, extra monitor, noise-canceling headphones, or an ergonomic chair. It all depends on your situation, but using better equipment could greatly improve both your productivity and comfort.

Try to create boundaries

It can be difficult to create boundaries between work and leisure. After all, who doesn’t want to work from a cozy couch? The problem arises when work majorly seeps into leisure and off-time. Setting strict time boundaries, such as scheduling a lunch break away from your computer, are seemingly small things that can make a big impact.

Make an actual set up

We’re looking at everyone who’s still working from the kitchen table. It’s time to get a real desk! This will improve not only your posture but also encourage you to do better work. Too much furniture, or not enough room in your home for a real set up? Consider renting a storage unit short-term. Make sure you have enough room to work and live in the same space.