Organize Your Home Day: Simple Wins That Make Life Easier

January is all about fresh starts, and January 14 is National Organize Your Home Day—the perfect reminder that a little decluttering can go a long way. After the holidays, our homes tend to hold onto extra “stuff,” and this day encourages us to reset our spaces in a way that makes everyday life easier. Whether you’re craving calmer routines, more functional rooms, or simply thinking ahead to the future, organizing now creates a home that feels lighter, more intentional, and ready for whatever comes next.


Why Organizing Matters (Especially for Homeowners)

Organization isn’t about perfection; it’s about function, flow, and peace of mind. When your spaces work better, you:

- Save time and reduce daily stress

- Make your home feel lighter and more spacious

- Create systems that actually stick

From a real estate standpoint, organized homes also show better, photograph better, and feel better. Buyers notice when a home feels open and well cared for—long before they notice finishes.


Simple January Wins to Start With

You don’t have to tackle the whole house. Start small:

- Pantry reset: Toss expired items and group like items

- Closet edit: Donate what you didn’t wear last year

- Entryway refresh: Create a simple drop zone

- Paper purge: One inbox, one filing spot

Small wins build momentum—and January is perfect for this while we’re spending more time indoors.


Omaha Organizing Pros to Know (and Support)

Leaning on local experts can be a total game-changer. Omaha has some fantastic small businesses that specialize in creating functional, maintainable systems.

NEAT Method Omaha
Featured in my January Newsletter, NEAT Method Omaha designs beautiful, sustainable organizing systems for pantries, closets, and entire homes.

Bee Organized
Bee Organized brings thoughtful structure to residential and office spaces, helping homeowners regain control and clarity.

Simply Sorted Omaha
Simply Sorted Omaha offers approachable, lifestyle-based solutions that make organization feel doable—and easy to maintain.

Happy Home Decluttering + Organization
Happy Home Decluttering + Organization focuses on practical decluttering and organization solutions. Be sure to check out their Priority Services, which are especially helpful for clients buying or selling a home with tight or specific closing timelines.

Handled by Her
Handled by Her offers hands-on support to help lighten your load—perfect if you need an extra set of capable hands during busy seasons or transitions.

Clear the Chaos with Jo
If you’re on Instagram, Clear the Chaos with Jo shares great tips and real-life transformations focused on decluttering with intention.


Thinking Ahead: Organization + Selling Your Home

Even if selling feels far off, decluttering now pays off later. Organized homes:

- Photograph brighter and larger

- Make staging faster and less stressful

- Help buyers focus on the space—not the stuff

- Signal that the home has been well cared for

When the time comes, you’ll already be ahead of the game.


A Fresh Start That Lasts

Organize Your Home Day isn’t about doing everything at once—it’s about creating a home that supports your life now and your goals later.

If you ever want help deciding which projects matter most before selling, or how to prep your home strategically (not stressfully), I’m always here. Just reach out and let’s chat. 🤍