Homes where money doesn’t accumulate share common characteristics. One of them is poor organization. These homes often have an excess of belongings and tend to lead to unnecessary spending. Today, we’ll explore how to organize your home and save money in the process.
1. Homes that can’t let go of items
The first characteristic of homes where money doesn’t accumulate is the inability to discard items. The thought of “I might need this someday” leads to a cluttered home where it’s hard to find necessary items. The first step in organizing is to get rid of unnecessary things. Marie Kondo advises organizing by category rather than by location. Try sorting through clothing, books, papers, and sentimental items in that order.
2. Homes that stockpile disposable items
The second characteristic is homes that stockpile disposable items. Keeping disposable chopsticks, spoons, and straws from takeout with the idea that they might be useful someday rarely leads to actually using them. Such homes tend to order a lot of takeout, increasing food expenses. Shiho Shimmura advises labeling disposable items with a date and disposing of them if not used by then.
3. Homes that don’t return items to their place
The third characteristic is homes where items are not returned to their proper place. Leaving things anywhere can result in wasted time searching for them when needed. Develop habits like always placing car keys in the basket on the shoe cabinet or keeping the remote on the side table next to the sofa. Osamu Haneda recommends treating your desk as a “sacred space” and keeping it clean at all times.
4. Homes with improper storage methods
Lastly, some homes struggle with organization due to improper storage methods. Storing items out of sight can make them hard to find and can easily lead to a disorganized mess. Marie Kondo suggests keeping storage as simple as possible. It’s important to get rid of unnecessary items so you can see everything you own at a glance.
Conclusion
Keeping your home tidy through organization is a powerful way to save money. Develop habits like getting rid of unnecessary items and placing things in their designated spots. As you address the characteristics of homes where money doesn’t accumulate, you’ll find it easier to save money. Start today!