What clutter is costing us and better still, how to save money by decluttering.

Compiled by Wanda Hartzenberg, nicely worded by ChatGTP and the free printable is from Money Saving Mom.

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Clean up you act and your bank balance

  • Finding Lost Treasures: Remember that time you bought a second wrench because the first one went on an extended vacation in your garage? Decluttering helps you reunite with your long-lost tools and gadgets, saving you from purchasing their identical twins.

  • Avoiding Double Trouble: Clutter is like a magician—it makes things disappear! Then, like magic, you buy the same item again. Declutter, and you’ll stop conjuring up duplicate purchases faster than you can say, “Abracadabra!”

  • Cash in the Junk: Your unused stuff isn’t just taking up space; it’s a goldmine waiting to be discovered! Turn that ‘70s lava lamp and that questionable exercise bike into cash. Cha-ching! Decluttering might just pay for your next vacation—or at least a decent cup of coffee.

  • Bye-Bye Storage Bills: Why pay for a storage unit when you’re basically paying rent for stuff you don’t even see? Declutter, and you’ll be free from the clutches of storage fees, and your wallet will thank you.

  • Dodging Late Fees Like a Ninja: Clutter loves to hide important bills, only to pop them out at the last second like a bad surprise. Declutter, and you’ll never have to pay for your electricity twice in one month again because you misplaced the bill!

  • Home Maintenance on Easy Mode: Clutter can turn your home into a game of hide-and-seek—with dust, leaks, and pests playing the starring roles. Declutter, and you’ll spot those pesky problems before they turn into expensive disasters. Bonus: fewer dust bunnies to wrestle with!

  • Impulse Purchases? Not Today!: Clutter makes you feel chaotic, leading to those “treat yourself” moments that end with you buying something totally unnecessary. Declutter your space, and suddenly, that weird cat-shaped mug doesn’t seem like a must-have anymore.

  • Energy Efficiency, Unleashed: Your heating and cooling systems work overtime when vents and radiators are buried under clutter. Declutter, and your home will breathe easier, cutting down your energy bill—no need to fund your utility company’s next holiday party!

  • Moving Day, Light and Easy: Moving is already a workout; no need to bench press boxes of things you don’t need. Declutter before you move, and you’ll save on moving costs and sweat. Plus, you’ll only unpack what you actually want to keep—no mystery boxes here!

  • Grocery Shopping Like a Pro: Ever found a can of soup in your pantry that expired during the last decade? Declutter your pantry, and you’ll know exactly what you have, preventing you from stocking up on canned beans like you’re preparing for the apocalypse.

  • Stress? Declutter It Away!: A clutter-free space is like a spa day for your brain. When your home is calm and organized, you’re less likely to soothe your soul with expensive retail therapy. Your wallet (and probably your sanity) will thank you.

Decluttering isn’t just about tidying up; it’s about saving money while keeping your sense of humor intact! So grab a trash bag, channel your inner comedian, and watch the savings pile up faster than the clutter used to.