While professional organizers certainly know what to get rid of during a household clean out, they’re also experts on what to keep to ensure that you don’t experience regret or inconvenience down the line. Here, four pro organizers located throughout the South share six categories of items that you won’t want to part ways with the next time you’re looking to declutter.
Emergency Items
Even if you have yet to reach for emergency items such as flashlights, batteries, and the like, you’re wise to keep them on hand just in case, explains Cathy Orr, the founder of The Uncluttered Life in Arlington, Texas. She also advises keeping a stocked first aid kit and ice packs on hand, even if you don’t usually need these items.
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