As the new year rolls around, many of us feel the urge to hit the reset button and start fresh. This often involves getting our homes in order, decluttering and organizing to create a more peaceful and functional living space—and Main Street Homes is here to help. If you're ready to tackle your home organization project in 2023, below are some of our top tips to help you get started.

Start small and work your way up

Although it can be tempting to finish organizing your home as quickly as possible, you don’t have to take on your entire house all at once. Whether you start in the kitchen, the main living area or the primary bedroom—it’s a good idea to choose a single room or area to focus on and work your way through it until it's fully organized. This will help you feel a sense of accomplishment and make the process feel more manageable—and you can even divide up your work by assigning each family member to a particular area of your home to make the process even more efficient. 

Sift through your unwanted items and donate locally

At Main Street Homes, all of our thoughtfully-designed floor plans provide open, airy rooms for our homeowners to create a comfortable space that best fits their lifestyle—and you don’t want any clutter holding you back from having a serene, stress-free environment at home. Make a list of the items you want to keep and where they will go, and be honest with yourself about what you really need and what you can live without. If you haven't used something in the past year—chances are, you likely don't need it. Set all of these items aside, whether they be furniture, clothing, or toys, and find places around RVA to donate to for a great way to support the local community in the new year—such as CARITAS, Diversity Thrift, ChildSavers, Habitat for Humanity, Goodwill and various other locations throughout the Richmond area.

Set aside time and make it fun

Cleaning and organizing can end up being time-consuming, so make sure you set aside a dedicated block of time to work on your project. Whether you take an entire weekend or just a few hours each day, the key is to be consistent and stick to your schedule. While you’re cleaning and organizing, be creative with your storage solutions and make use of every inch of space you have. Start creating the space you’ve always envisioned to start your new year with a refreshed, new look in your home—and don’t forget to make this endeavor fun. Even if you don’t like cleaning, play your favorite music or listen to a captivating podcast to make the time go by faster—or ask a friend or two to help so you can catch up while organizing your home to a T. 

Start your new year off right

By following these simple tips, you can start the new year off on the right foot with a clean and organized home. Not only will it make your space more functional, but it will also bring a sense of peace and calm to your daily life—and that feeling is truly unparalleled. 

For those who are looking to upgrade their space in the new year or make the exciting shift to homeownership, look no further than our quick move-in homes throughout our Main Street Home communities in the Richmond, VA area. From our high-quality townhome and single-family floor plans to our astonishing community amenities and remarkable craftsmanship—our trusted reputation truly speaks for itself, and there’s no better time than now to join the Main Street family. Whenever you’re ready to start your new home journey this year, reach out by giving us a call at (804) 979-2954 or filling out our online form—and we hope everyone has an amazing 2023!