The Downsizing Roadmap Podcast

9. Conquering Paper Clutter – What Stays, What Goes


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Is your home buried under stacks of old bills, receipts, and paperwork? You're not alone! Paper clutter is one of the biggest challenges when downsizing, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The good news? You don’t need to keep everything, and there are simple systems to stay organized moving forward.

In This Episode, We Cover:

  • The essential documents you must keep—and for how long
  • What you should shred immediately to protect your identity
  • How to digitize important records and free up space
  • The best filing and storage solutions for easy access
  • What to do with old tax records, warranties, and sentimental papers

Key Questions We Answer:

  • How do I decide what paper is actually important?
  • What’s the best way to organize legal and financial documents?
  • Which papers should I keep physical copies of, and which can be digital?
  • How can I prevent paper clutter from piling up again?

Why You Should Listen:

  • Learn easy steps to tackle piles of paperwork without feeling overwhelmed
  • Discover how to protect important documents from loss or damage
  • Gain confidence in letting go of unnecessary paper clutter

Paper doesn’t have to take over your home! Tune in for practical tips to simplify, organize, and take control of your paperwork once and for all.

🎧 Listen now and start decluttering today!

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a new one. Have questions, topic suggestions, or need help with your own downsizing journey? We’d love to hear from you!

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Let’s simplify, declutter, and create space for your next chapter—together!

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