Clothes
Getting rid of clothes can be overwhelming. No one is saying you have to pare down to a week's worth of outfits and shoes, but if you're moving to a smaller space or just want to be more organized when you move, the closet is a great place to start.
Most experts recommend getting rid of anything you haven't worn in a year, but if the thought of purging that many items is giving you anxiety, start by asking yourself a few questions, said The Spruce:
- Do I love it?
- Do I wear it?
- Does it project the image I want to project?
- Does it itch or scratch?
- Does it pinch my toes? Are the heels too high to walk in?
- Is it moldy? Smelly? Stained?
- Does it fit?"
When you get to No. 7, take a deep breath. Many people have clothes in a couple of sizes to accommodate things like post-pizza-pigout days, but if you're holding on to 15 pairs of pants that haven't fit you since 2002, maybe it's time to ditch them.
Broken, scratched or tired furniture
Old, boring, broken, or otherwise undesirable pieces you've been living with in your current home may not be so tolerable once you move. Your shiny new place deserves some shiny new stuff, right? If you're not in a position to shell out a bunch of money after buying your new home, wait a bit. You'll undoubtedly be receiving credit card offers after you close escrow; sift through them and set aside those offering 0% interest from furniture stores like Rooms to Go.
These can make big purchases easier - if you are good at managing your credit. Miss a payment or fail to pay off your balance within the allotted time and you'll have interest accrued going back to the date of purchase plus a whopping interest rate, which can put payments out of reach. You may also receive 0% interest offers from places like Lowes and Home Depot, which can be a great way to update appliances, flooring, or countertops, and Best Buy for your electronic needs.
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