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What to Keep, Donate or Digitize Before Any Big Life Transition
Whether you're preparing for a move, sending children off to college, merging households after marriage, entering retirement or simply embracing a more streamlined lifestyle, taking inventory of what you own can make the transition feel lighter and better organized. The key is knowing what to keep, what to donate and what to digitize.
Start With Your Future in Mind
Before going through closets, garages and storage rooms, consider where you're headed. Will you have less space? Different needs? A new routine? Understanding your future lifestyle can help guide decisions about what truly deserves a place in your new home.
Ask yourself:
- Do I use this regularly?
- Does this serve a purpose in my upcoming plans?
- Would I buy this again today?
- Could someone else benefit from this more?
Once you've established your goals, begin sorting items into three categorie...