If it's something that isn't worth keeping or giving away, then toss it. If you are going to toss it, do it immediately. The temptation to hang on may be too strong if it's still around, so getting rid of it as soon as possible is the best thing. You can do this by keeping a large trash bag nearby.

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Organizing Your Closets

Closets are notorious for becoming cluttered. It seems easier to just throw things in, however, not so easy when it comes time to search for something. Closet organizational systems can be a wonderful solution to your closet clutter.

Rubbermaid has a great tool for keeping your closet organized. It's the Rubbermaid Configurations 4-to-8-Foot Deluxe Custom Closet Kit, priced at about $220. This kit has expandable and adjustable shelves, which makes it easy to personalize to fit your needs. It includes 10 feet of hanging space and 22 feet of shelving.

Organizing Your Shoes

Shoes can be difficult to keep under control as they end up all over the house. How many times have you been on the search for a matching shoe? Shoe racks are a nice idea, as long as everyone uses them. Unfortunately, freestanding shoe racks sometimes can't prevent your shoes from getting scuffed or soiled by other shoes.