Comments on: Could the Clutter You See Be Deeper Than It Appears?

By: Ken Smith

Ken Smith — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 16:26:29 +0000

Nicki there is no question we compliment each other in many ways. In the areas I lack she excels and vis versa. Naturally this can cause issues as we each see the world with very different eyes. In the end we normally realize that the correct vision is somewhere between both of our ideal visions.

By: Nickie Rothwell

Nickie Rothwell — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 05:43:29 +0000

Barry, That’s a perspective I hadn’t considered…

T, What would St. Paul do without you?

Paula, I think every office needs an assistant…or a magic Genie that comes each evening while we’re sleeping and neatly files while we doze…

Jennifer, You nailed it on all points. Absolutely true!

Ken, It sounds like you two complement each other perfectly! Many find their desk to be their greatest challenge, but it sounds like have a great motivator.

Irina, Thank you so much! The four boxes really do work. The key is to move quickly, if you hesitate over an item, don’t put it in the keep box whatever you do!

Ruthmarie, Clutter and real estate seem to go hand in hand I feel your pain working through your mom’s house full of clutter. I have a close family member with a serious clutter issue too, and it really is a difficult problem.

Susan, Yes, there are many different factors that can lead to severe issues with clutter. We’ve just touched the surface.

Carson, One step at a time. Start small. Find one area that seems to bug you the most and once you get that done, reward yourself! Every accomplishment is important! It will be that much easier to move on the the next spot. Think of something really great for when you have completed everything you set out to do!

Mariana, Thanks for the tip! It is great to have another resource! And you are right, “clutter happens”, we just need to manage it so it doesn’t get the best of us.

Sabrina, Moving is an excellent time to clear out extra stuff! I’m glad you brought up the point of how much freer you feel. Letting go of all those things you don’t really need takes a lot of pressure off and you will feel lighter.

By: Sabrina

Sabrina — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:50:38 +0000

Moving is a great time to clear up clutter, particularly moving to a smaller space. We moved from a large home to a 2-bedroom high rise, and it was a great time for getting rid of things. We had to streamline the household big time, and we feel so much more free.

By: Mariana

Mariana — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:33:59 +0000

This is awesome. unclutterer.com is another great resource for dealing with clutter on a day to day basis. Clutter happens and it is so nice to have tips. like yours, to help us (and out clients) manage it better. Thank you.

By: Irina Netchaev

Irina Netchaev — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:05:14 +0000

Congrats to @Nickie for becoming a contributor on Agent Genius. See her post here - http://is.gd/tZA

By: Carson C

Carson C — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:06:27 +0000

I can’t tell you how bad I am needing to hear this right now… I have a hard time finishing what I start before starting something new. This subject seems to be a recurring theme in my reading as of late. They say it’s a sign of creativity (thats my excuse for now). Good wake-up call.

By: Susan Hilton - Texas Aggie Realtor

Susan Hilton - Texas Aggie Realtor — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:57:39 +0000

It is also very difficult for someone who is dyslexic to clean out a room! The processes, organization and systems just aren’t there many times.

By: Ruthmarie Hicks

Ruthmarie Hicks — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:25:56 +0000

My mother was the biggest clutter bug ever. When she passed away it took me 30 garbage bags a week for two years before I gave up and called in the professionals. Three dumpsters later, I vowed NEVER to let things get that out of control in my personal space….then….I went into real estate…and I have become my mother.

By: Irina Netchaev

Irina Netchaev — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 23:47:12 +0000

Nickie, I’m off to get my four boxes… you inspired me to start working on my office closet! Talk about a bunch of supplies that I thought I would need, well… maybe I really will need them some day… I just don’t know… See my dilemma.

I do love the four boxes idea and giving away the box with “don’t knows” to a friend.

BTW, what a fantastic addition to AG! Way to go Nickie!!!

By: Ken Smith

Ken Smith — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 23:28:03 +0000

Timely post as my wife and I just had another discussion about my organization skills, or lack of them. A clean desk is a sign of insanity IMO, just a messy desk is driving my wife insane. Guess for the benefit of our marriage I will be spending tomorrow organizing the office.

By: Jennifer in Louisville

Jennifer in Louisville — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 20:00:06 +0000

A great many persons don’t live in immaculately ordered homes – so if they see a prospective home that they are considering purchasing, and its orderly, neat, and well cared for – they “think” that if they purchase the home, that they will suddenly receive by osmosis a neat and orderly home as well when they move in. Clutter is great for buyers looking to make a deal. Neat is great for sellers looking to make more than they probably ordinarily would.

By: Paula Henry

Paula Henry — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 18:14:28 +0000

Have you been inside my office – you could have written this for me today!

Otherwise – I like neat and orderly. When selling a home, sellers need to realize a buyer can’t see through their clutter. Clean, orderly and well kept will net them the highest $$.

As for my office – well – I may need a professional, or at least a full time assistant.

By: Teresa Boardman

Teresa Boardman — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:49:05 +0000

that is why I must live in my house forever, it is too cluttered to sell.

By: Barry Cunningham

Barry Cunningham — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:50:16 +0000

I love clutter..the more the better..this is a buyer’s market. Must be a satger’s nightmare…here’s the dig…

More clutter = Higher discount. So I love the clutter..I don’t mind cat odor or cigarette smoke or dingy closets…smells like money!