Most of us struggle withkeeping an organized homebecause we have too much stuff.
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Will I Regret Not Having This One Day?
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Regret is a very difficult emotion to address and almost impossible to answer.
Carson reminds clients that you might’t anticipate what you may feel or need in the future.
Can I Preserve the Memories While Letting Go of This Item?
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Since there are only two dresses, the collection is manageable.
She recommends these methods to keep the memory but let the item go.
Is It Something I Can Find Online If Needed?
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This question is particularly useful forpaper clutter.
User manuals, bank statements, investment information, and insurance documents can all be found online.
Carson says when it comes to documents, ask yourself this: Can I find it online?
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If yes, toss it.
The IRS recommends keeping individual tax returns and records for three years.
Can This Be Digitized?
Carson still recommends making a digital copy and storing it separately in case of a disaster.
If This Item Disappeared, Would I Notice?
If Yes, How Upset Would I Be?
She encourages clients to use or display sentimental items as long as they do not become clutter.
If you would be devastated, keep it, but store it correctly.
She advises that guilt or obligation should not influence your true attachment to the item.
Who Am I Keeping This For?
They may only want a few special pieces.
They may want it all.
You won’t know unless you ask."
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