​If you don't spend a certain amount of time getting rid of it every day, clutter can quickly accumulate in your home. And there's so much of it! From piles of mail stacked on the desk that you plan to go through, all the old receipts you kept for whatever reason to the old clothes you haven't worn in years that are just sitting in your closet, it's easy not to notice it all piling up until it's too late. Although decluttering can seem overwhelming at first, the payoff is well worth it. There are plenty of benefits of decluttering your home, and in this article, we will go over some of them. Hopefully, they will help you find the motivation to finally start decluttering!

​As populations rise, living costs can skyrocket, leaving many of us looking for ways to afford a decent lifestyle with a budget that doesn't stretch as far as it may have stretched previously. One of the most common solutions is downsizing and moving into a smaller, less expensive home. (Read more about downsizing here.)

Living in a small home may leave you feeling a bit claustrophobic, and finding places for your belongings in a smaller space can be challenging. ​Try these ideas to help you feel at home despite the limited space!

​This month JAM Organizing presents another informative article from a guest blogger. Enjoy!

If your home is too small to support bedrooms and an office, don’t fret. Make use of square footage you already have by turning a portion of your garage into a home office. Not sure where to start? Keep reading! ​

​Your home is your sanctuary. If the idea of decluttering seems like the most daunting task in the world, rest assured it will actually make you feel better in the long run. Here are seven reasons why organizing your home reduces stress and increases relaxation, getting you ever closer to that sanctuary you want and deserve.

​Life change of any kind can cause stress, and moving is no exception. It can take over a year to adjust to new surroundings, which may sound daunting when you're only on week one in your unknown environment. Experts provide tips such as unpacking ASAP, exploring your new abode, and spending as much time there as possible, but there are also other ways to settle into your new home that require little effort — help lies ahead. 

Even if you dread cleaning, you can’t deny that it feels good after it's done. However, the benefits of cleaning aren't limited to that glowing feeling of pride you feel when you survey your spotless house. Cleaning and tidying have very real, very tangible effects on our physical and mental health. If you’re committed to taking better care of yourself this year, you should be committed to taking better care of your home.

This month JAM Organizing presents another informative post from a guest blogger. Enjoy!

​One of the greatest side effects of the modern, fast paced lifestyle is stress. With rushed mornings, long work days, and late evenings, many of us feel like we spend our lives in a state of chaos trying to keep up with our to-do list. But did you know there are specific ways we can foster a calming environment that will help us relax? By integrating soothing elements into your surroundings at home, you can transform the way you begin and end each day and create a space that promotes peace and serenity.

Having a home to call your own is a wonderful feeling, but let’s be honest here: there will be times when you find yourself nitpicking at certain details of your house. Is there a particular backsplash in your kitchen that you aren’t fond of? Does your living room and kitchen look cramped? Do you dislike the interior of your bathrooms? A lot of times, these little problems that you have with your house won’t go away with time, but there are lots of simple ways to revamp your old home that will have you falling in love with it once more.