• Put a little extra money into buying good quality organizing products. For example, invest in a sturdy filing cabinet with full extension drawers.

• Everything should have a place, be visible and labeled if necessary.

• Plan your shopping trips ahead of time and make sure to have your “items to return” and coupons with you in your car.

• Instead of holding on to countless recipes from magazines, tear out or make copies of your favorite ones and create your own recipe book.

• Add more shelves in a closet or pantry to maximize your space.

• Use the back of doors for pocket organizers and hooks.

• Use the space under your bed for out-of-season clothes or other items. Purchase containers with wheels that can easily roll under your bed.

• Use the walls in your garage to store ladders, bicycles, tools, etc.

• Most information can be found on the internet. Let go of the unnecessary magazines, articles and recipe books that you do not have the time to read.

If you have a vision of how you want your home to look and function, and need the motivation to get started, hire a Professional Organizer to help you achieve your goals.