Hey Collectors! Have you ever wondered if your distressed home can be bought as is? Can you just leave the THINGS you don't want, and ALL of the repairs that need to be made, and walk away with a check? These are the exact questions I ask Laurel Sagen from Laurel Buys Houses! Tune in to learn if this is an option for you. Laurel also shares information on how you can get her book on Hoarding for FREE! So stay tuned in to the whole episode to hear how. Here is the link to buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Hoarding-Much-More-Than-Clutter/dp/B0BZKDT5CC With decades in the field as a general contractor and realtor she has a lot to say. Her book is intended for dother realtors, family members and not the Collector themselves. Content warning: "H" word used often. As always dear Collectors feel free to email me with comments at hoardganize@gmail.com. Until next time.

Hey Collectors! On this weeks podcast I interviewed Rachel Arbuckle with 2000PACES and learned so much about organizing photos. This is definitely one of my favorite podcasts I have recorded. My note page was full of notes I was writing while recording. I am SO motivated to get my own photos in order! Most of us have stacks of loose photos, thumb drives, old phones, laptops, pcs, and other devices full of photos. How do we organize our photos so that we can share our legacy with our friends and family? How do you sift through the minutia and produce something shareable. How can you cherish your most favorite photos if they're in a box somewhere? Rachel Arbuckle shares three (Actually 4!) tips on how to professionally organize your photos. Make sure you have a pen and paper ready, because you do not want to miss this episode! Rachel also discusses her business that she created (2000PACES) as resource for our listeners and anyone worldwide who needs professional help downsizing and organizing their photos. Here is Rachel's story: In 2014, a series of fierce fires roared through San Diego County, the largest of which started on the mountain just behind my home. I had only minutes to grab a few items. My instinct was to gather all of our photos, but I panicked when I realized my precious memories were all over our home in boxes, picture frames, and albums. I grabbed what I could and our family headed to safety. After many days of worry, we were able to return home to the memories we had to leave behind. Thankfully, our home was spared, but others in our community were not as fortunate. This experience not only solidified my commitment to protect my family’s collection of photos but prompted me to found 2000 Paces Photo Organizing, encouraging you to organize and protect your important memories. If you are interested in working with Rachel and her Team, please visit this link for a Free Phone Consultation . Until next time Collectors! xoxox PS This recording is also in video on youtube

Hey Collectors! On this episode I ask expert Madison Gunn from Absolute Trust Counsel several questions about estate planning and wills. This is a follow up to the last few episodes where we discuss preparing for death. This episode includes incapacitation which is a state I hadn't considered before recording this. What happens if you get in a car accident? What happens to you, your stuff and your family? Are they protected if you get incapacitated somehow? What about if you die? These are questions we don't like to face. I face them daily with families who are searching their loved ones homes and belongings to see if there are any documents that can help them determine their loved ones requests. While we are sifting through all of their belongings, we save every usb stick, every laptop, every device. What if there's a will on there? How do we open the files? So much time an energy being spent on searching for something that most likely was never created. Lots of extra resources spent looking through every document file. I have seen people spend hundreds to have safe's cracked open only to find nothing relevant inside. It's time to take your life back Collectors. It's time to get your affairs in order. Don't leave your family members frantic in an emergency because they can't find your important documents. Links mentioned in show: Webinar information: https://bit.ly/ATCFebruaryWebinar #AbsoluteTrustCounsel #AbsoluteTrust #EstatePlanning #EstatePlanningBasics #FreeWebinar #Will #Trust #PowerOfAttorney #AdvanceHealthCareDirective

Hey Collectors, Continuing on with our theme of legacies, what we leave behind and getting our affairs in orders comes this podcast. While a bit grim, I need you to listen with intent. Your stuff will probably out live you. What do I mean by that? I mean by the rate at which items decompose - your stuff - will probably out live you. So what's the solution? Tune in ... I would love to hear your comments about this episode. The topic is important to me, and it's hard to deliver with as much grace as I had hoped. Was it helpful or do you need me to sugar coat things more? What emotions came up? Hit me up hoardganize@gmail.com Until next time Collectors ... Rachel Seavey Professional Organizer and Life Coach

Hey Collectors! Embracing discomfort is critical to getting your home in order. While you are de-cluttering you will experience all sorts of discomfort and emotions and you have to learn how to push past them to create the organized life you desire. Tune in, while I cover several methods on how to embrace your discomfort - instead of running from it and not getting anything done. Notes: I mention the private facebook group in this episode which is a great place to share your discomfort and achievments. It's our private group under the hoarganize podcast support group on Facebook. For information on Coaching please visit: https://collectorcare.com/product/coaching-for-collectors/ For my favorite podcast / youtube for mediation check out Sarah Blondin She has some amazing stuff out there. To be a guest on the Hoardganize Podcast please email hoardganize@gmail.com

Hey Collectors! Join me on another unscripted podcast on the go! This topic is a bit heavy but I need you to listen to it. Shame is something we all carry around and it is suffocating us. Shame can weigh you down and paralyze you. I understand this. Take some time and do this exercise with me. Lighten up your life load. The less shame you carry around the more space you have to declutter.

Hey Collectors - happy new year!! Are you looking for a practical way to tackle your clutter? Do you want to get organized, but don't know where to start? On this episode, I share a six step plan to help you get organized. It requires focus, and for you to take massive action. Are you ready to finally live the life you deserve?! Tune in!

Hey Collectors, Time is such a precious thing. We only have a limited amount. Its something you cannot hoard. What would happen if you suddenly died today? Who would be left going through your belongings? What would they find? How would they feel? Would they be able to find your most precious items? This episode invites you to start getting your affairs in order. You never know how much time you have on this beautiful earth, and its time to start managing your clutter. You don't want your legacy to be what your house is now, do you? Tune in, and let me know what you think? hoardganize@gmail.com Until next time dear friends, Rachel

Hey Collectors! Podcasting on the go here in my box truck woot woot!! Let me know what you want the next topics to be? Clutter? Hoarding? Organizing? Time Management? Let me know .. hoardganize@gmail.com

The Hoardganize podcast is back!!! After taking some personal time off, I am now back, and ready to go! Most episodes will be on the fly, some will have video and some will not. Make sure you are subscribed so you don't miss a thing! It is about to get real y'all. I will be presenting my most authentic non filtered self. Happy Holidays and make sure you stay tuned!

On this episode of The Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey discusses being prepared in the event of an emergency. Are you prepared in the event of a fire? What does that mean to you? Rachel provokes thought while asking listeners to journal their responses to ten related questions. You can also hear how unprepared she was when there was a fire drill and why it inspired her to do this episode. Links mentioned: Keeping it Real Decluttering and Organizing Class: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/end-of-life-planning-organizing-for-death-decluttering-for-end-of-life-tickets-319925805697

Hey Collectors! On this podcast I interview Elizabeth Nelson cofounder and speaker for COH Children of Hoarders. Elizabeth shares her experience growing up with a mother who hoarded. We chat about the COH mission, and how I can personally up my game by elevating and validating the children of hoarders that I work with frequently. Links: www.childrenofhoarders.com Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/ChildrenOfHoarders/ Sign up for our Keeping it Real Workshop here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rachel-seavey-and-julie-coraccio-38514133863 Support the Podcast here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rachelseavey

On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer discusses her organizing methods of central and master sorting. Long overdue, the episodes have been put together and condensed to that you can learn how to put these sorting methods immediately to use. Wether you are a novice declutterer or a professional in the field, these sorting methods are easy to follow. Learn all about organizing by taking a Keeping it Real Organizing and Decluttering online workshop. You can find Julie Coraccio and I on eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rachel-seavey-and-julie-coraccio-38514133863 Support the podcast by buying me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rachelseavey Join our amazing facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardganize

On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey discusses her recent travels in Costa Rica and the astonishing amount of folks who are happy with very little stuff but a lot of love and life. Rachel asks herself, and invites you to think of your situation at home. Are you happy or are you settling for less? Are you living your "best life"? Are you keeping up with the Jones's? Could you do with less stuff and more love? Tune in for more thought provoking questions. This podcast mentioned Rachel Seavey and Julie Coraccio's Keeping it Real workshops, coaching and classes on Eventbrite. That link is here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rachel-seavey-and-julie-coraccio-38514133863 To donate to support the Hoardganize Podcast visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rachelseavey

On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast, Rachel Seavey interviews Tiny House builder and owner Michael Bartz. Michael is an actor, writer, as well as podcast producer and host of In Over My Head. In Over My Head was born out of the Telus STORYHIVE 2020 Podcast Edition. Through hands-on training and mentorship, Michael made his show a reality. He looks forward to the show growing and educating people all over the planet on how to reduce their environmental footprint. Michael loves the community that podcasting creates, and is always looking to collaborate with like-minded folks. If you would like to get in touch, please email: info@inovermyheadpodcast.com Michael's podcast: www.inovermyheadpodcast.com Keeping it Real Organizing Classes and Workshops: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rachel-seavey-and-julie-coraccio-38514133863

Laura Spaulding is our first interview of the season! Laura Spaulding is the owner and president of Spaulding Decon, the first nationally franchised decontamination service to offer crime scene, hoarding and meth-lab cleanup throughout the United States. Is a crime scene cleanup company the right fit for your hoarded home? Tune in to find out ...

The Hoardganize Podcast is back! Tune in for updates, information about upcoming guests, and more! Links from episode Keeping it Real Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rachel-seavey-and-julie-coraccio-38514133863 Buy Me Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rachelseavey Be a guest on the show: hoardganize@gmail.com

On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey shares her basic sorting method. This method is great for beginners, those who struggle with a lot of clutter, and anyone who is helping someone in this situation. Sorting = Decision making. Learn how to build your decision making muscles with this basic sorting method. October Challenge - Declutter your junk drawer! Win an AMA with Rachel if you join our private facebook group and post pictures of your progress. Links mentioned: Hire me as your personal coach: hoardganize@gmail.com Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rachelseavey

On this episode of The Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey introduces the July Challenge, shares her personal break from the podcast, and more! July Challenge - The Great Digital Hoard Declutter Declutter your phones, computers, icons, voicemails, applications, history, photos, software, hardware, cables, cords, devices, vhs players, dvd and cd players, tape players, walkmans, discs, floppies, tapes, cds, dvds, records, any media. Below are the links of things discussed. Scheduling a coaching call: https://calendly.com/rachelseavey/60min Working with Rachel in person: https://calendly.com/rachelseavey/collector-care-complimentary-organizing-assessment Join the Tuesday Decluttering Group: https://calendly.com/rachelseavey/hoardganize-group-call Meels On Wheels Presentation - How to help someone who hoards. https://youtu.be/k0svQesdVpg Buy me coffee and help support the website: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rachelseavey

On Tonight's Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey interviews Diane Quintana and Jonda Beattie about their new book "Filled up and Overflowing - What to do When Life Events, Chronic Disorganization, or Hoarding Go Overboard". Filled Up & Overflowing was written to help you and your family members, friends and spouses find answers to questions and concerns about the safety and comfort of their loved one in their space. Diane N. Quintana is a Certified Professional Organizer and owner of DNQ Solutions, LLC, based in Atlanta, Georgia. She is a seasoned productivity and organizing expert in her field. Diane led the organizing team for an episode of A&E Hoarders show in 2011. She gave several after-care productivity and organizing sessions for the segment participant. Diane has been featured in Real Simple Magazine and has appeared on the Atlanta Friends and Neighbors Show. Speaker and Author: An accomplished speaker and author of four books including Flying Solo: A Guide to Organizing Your Home When You Leave Your Parents’ Nest and Now What? A Simple Organizing Guide, Diane most recently co-authored the illustrated children’s books Suzie’s Messy Room and Benji’s Messy Room with Jonda Beattie. Diane is a mother and former elementary school teacher. She has lived and worked in four countries including Asia and the United States. Diane teaches professional men and women and working families how to become organized. She provides them with strategies and solutions for maintaining order in their busy lives. Diane specializes in residential and home-office organizing and productivity strategies in metropolitan Atlanta and in working with people challenged by ADD, Hoarding, and chronic disorganization. Jonda Beattie of Time Space Organization ​(TSO) knows firsthand about people, organizational skills and time management. She began her teaching career at 19, served as the lead Special Education teacher in Dekalb County for 3 years and taught in the public-school system for 30 years. She uses her listening and problem-solving skills, knowledge of different learning techniques, ADHD specialization and paper management skills to help tackle tough organizational issues. A one-time military wife, mother of two, divorced parent, widow and caretaker of an elderly parent, Jonda understands how change affects life. She helps clients organize their space and manage their time before, during and after life transitions such as job changes, health issues, divorce, combined households, downsizing, and children leaving or returning home. Connect With Jonda & Diane https://releaserepurpose.com/best-books-on-organization/ Check out their new book: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B08R96XDJX&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_FAGJM5MESE2D3ZZ1WRT8