Professional organizer Meredith Goforth says otherwise.
She also warns that these are the exact messes we should address first.
They’re what will stand out the most to guests, who are entering your home with fresh eyes.
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Add seasonal decor and a clean doormat, and remove any kids toys or dead plants, Goforth says.
She also suggests sweeping the front step as a nice touch for a put-together first impression.
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Any unsorted mail should be put away out of sight, including boxes and deliveries.
Small tasks in progress, like cutting lemons for cocktails or arranging appetizers, can add some approachability.
But this doesnt give you an excuse to make a massive mess, either.
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Think clean surfaces and clear clutter.
It just feels fresher to me to have my appliances hidden and my counter bare, she says.
The reality is, prioritizing the areas of the home that guests will see is necessary, Goforth says.
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We cant do it all.
If you dont have any overnight guests, bedroom doors can stay closed, Goforth says.
Fiocchi agrees, noting that even pet play toys are allowed some leeway.
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