Jones swears by the 72-hour rule to make sure you're not holding on to items for too long. "You have three days to get it out of your house. If you do not consign it or donate it, you have to find a ...

When I was growing up, my house was always full of clothes. My parents and I all had one huge closet each to store all sorts of bits that none of us wanted to let go of. When it finally became too ...

The vast majority of decluttering tips and methods expect you to pick a time, settle in, and make hard choices about whether to keep or get rid of every item in a closet, drawer, or room. Sometimes, ...

I've helped busy people all over New York City declutter their homes. It's best not to buy any storage before sorting your items; you don't yet know what you'll need. If you're sentimental, it can ...

Amidst the craziness of our daily routines, our closets stand as a repository of both cherished ensembles and forgotten relics. Going unsupervised, these storage spaces can morph into chaos, signaling ...

I write about home organization for a living—and this is the decluttering technique that works for me. Oscar Wong/Getty Images I have been writing about home decor and organizing for the past ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Here's how to declutter your closet in one day, according to Jones and professional organizer Lisa Adams ...