Need space? – How to make Downsizing work

The recession continues to hit everyone hard and so ultimately we all find ourselves pulling our belts in a little. If we cut down on the waste, we don’t always have to cut down on the luxury items and hopefully none of the necessities.

This leads to an exercise which most families have to partake in at some time or another – downsizing. And when you downsize you are also reducing access to a very precious commodity – space.

So how can you control downsizing and still reduce costs and hold onto those precious possessions?

How much space will you have in your new home for storage?

Have a clear idea as to how much room will be available in your new home. If you can, commit, in your mind, each cupboard or storage room as being specifically set by for a type of storage.

Letting things go can be rewarding

Decide what you are going to do with those possessions you do not wish to keep anymore. You could be thinking, recycling or donating to your favourite charity shops. Or why not consider selling stuff online or at the next boot fair or auction? You may as well make a little money! All that stuff does not necessarily have to go to landfill – it could still make a lot of people very happy. When you begin the process, make sure you keep to a clear plan. Go through each room methodically.

Honesty is essential

But most of all you need to be honest to yourself about what you are keeping and letting go. It is therefore a good idea to do it with your partner or a friend so you can bounce ideas off each other as to why certain commodities need to be kept or let go.

Track down the best self-storage providers

Find out where the most local self-storage providers are in your locality. Find out prices, extra benefits and ease of access to where you new home will be. Need A Space are based just outside of Canterbury but we service a wide area – such as Faversham, Sandwich and even London.

Keep for a future time

Be aware that some valuables you may wish to keep (such as a sideboard) may not actually fit into the new dimensions of your new home. This can cause quite a dilemma when it is a well-loved asset or it holds sentimental value. Rather than parting with it – consider holding onto it in self-storage until budgets are better and you can re-introduce it into your home.

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