How to organize important paperwork is a question I actually ask myself from time to time.
With tax season right around the corner (and a stack of tax documents I need to organize staring me in the face) I thought I’d revisit this popular post from last year.
So today I’ve turned to my favorite organizational expert for some guidance and peace of mind on the best way to organize these essential documents.
How To Organize Important Paperwork and Documents at Home
This question of how to organize important paperwork and documents at home comes up a lot around here.
So, naturally, I took this query straight to Emily in order to get her professional insights to share here today…
Here’s Emily!
What to keep, how long to keep it, where to keep it… it can all seem a little overwhelming at times, not to mention boring.
While paper organization can be a real snooze-fest, the physical and mental space you’ll create after thoughtfully putting the right system in place will make it all worth it!
No need to wait for the new year or a spring cleaning, the best time to tackle your paperwork is now.
As a residential organizer, I’ve been organizing clients’ paperwork for over 12 years.
Over the years I’ve learned there’s more than one correct way to organize your important paperwork.
However, there’s some general standards to consider as you figure out what’s right for you.
Finding your paperwork flow develops over time and will change as your space and needs change.
I’m going to walk you through three large paperwork topics and try to break them down for you.
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