Clearing out a closet, going through some drawers, or letting go of a few things you don’t use anymore seems like it should be a pretty straightforward process. You just open the drawer, see what’s in there, and toss anything you don’t use. That’s the ideal. In the real world, trying to decide what to keep, what to let go of, and more critically, what to do with all the stuff you’re not using can quickly become overwhelming.
If you’re ready to embark on a downsizing process—or someone you know, is in the middle of it—here are some indications that it could be time to call in a Senior Move Manager to assist you.
1. You took everything out – and left it there.
Downsizing DIY’ers often put things aside, thinking they’ll make decisions about them “later”. As a result, they end up with a bigger mess and more confusion than they started with. A Senior Move Manager will make sure each thing is touched once, with a decision to hold it or let it go on the spot.
2. You’re relying on family or friends to do it with you.
You know you can’t do it alone, so you’ve asked your kids or friends to help you. That’s great! But in most cases, a significant downsizing project will take more time (and patience!) than your loved ones can easily give. Calling in a Senior Move Manger allows you to do things on your schedule and at your pace.
3. You haven’t found anything you can let go.
Deciding to let go of things you’ve lived with for a long time can be a difficult process. You may experience feelings of guilt, fear, sadness or other challenging emotions as you go through the process. Having a professional help you make those decisions is invaluable.
4. You don’t understand why no one is interested in buying your stuff.
Boomers are downsizing in droves and flooding the market with furniture, china, silverware and household goods. Unfortunately potential buyers – millennials – generally aren’t interested. There are a few items that do fetch top prices though. And a Senior Move Manager can help you make sure you don’t throw out a “million-dollar” baby with the bathwater.
5. You realize 3,000 sq.ft. of stuff won’t fit in your new 750 sq. ft. apartment.
When you’ve lived in a big house a long time, it’s easy to overlook just how much stuff you have. And even though you know your new place may be a third of the size it’s easy to think that you’ll find a place for it. You won’t. If your moving date is coming up, a Senior Move Manger can design a floor plan for your new home so you know exactly where everything will go.
When you’ve decided you need a Senior Move Manger’s help, call On The Move.
Certified Senior Move Manager, Maria Quinby, is caring, patient and extremely efficient. With close to 10 years of experience, Maria has helped dozens of seniors – and their families – to “rightsize” their homes. She’ll be happy to offer all the help you need!
Contact maria@onthemovenow.com or call 650 740 4911 for more information.
