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Decluttering

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What and Where to Donate to Those in Need This Holiday Season

We at Access Self Storage understand that sometimes, no matter how hard you try, you can still end up collecting more physical clutter than you intended. Aunt Helen’s chair may become more of an obstacle than an heirloom. That box of your sister’s dishes you thought you needed? You don’t want them anymore. And neither does your sister!

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Keeping Your Child’s Hybrid Learning Environment Organized

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we do everything these days, including how we educate our children. With many New Jersey schools operating on a hybrid or fully remote schedule—including in Haledon, NJ—more and more children are learning from home through virtual classes. It’s new to both parents and teachers, and not all will go swimmingly at first. If you can figure out how to stay organized, however, it will be a much smoother and less stressful process for you and your kids.

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How to Sort Through a Relative’s Items After a Life Event

Big life events— such as a family member moving, downsizing their home, or passing away—can occur suddenly or unexpectedly. When these things happen, you may have to help take care of the items that are left behind. Keep the following few downsizing tips in mind to avoid turning your Congers, NY, home into a cluttered storage unit for your loved one’s belongings.

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5 Tips to Creating a Great Home Office

More people are working from home than ever before, so it's important to have a nice home office to help with productivity. Having your own space and keeping it organized—especially by storing your extra belongings at Access in Wayne, NJ—goes a long way in staying focused and efficient while working from home.

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The Guide to Selling Your DVDs on eBay

Got a DVD collection? Want to make some money? List it on eBay. It's one of the best online auction sites out there and helps you market your products to millions of people worldwide. If you have a lot of discs lying around, selling them on eBay—or storing them at Access in North Brunswick, NJ—are great ways to declutter your home and to get back some much-needed space while making a few bucks.

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5 Ways to Maximize Space in a Studio Apartment

Living in a studio apartment in Haledon, NJ is a great way to save money. Unfortunately, you'll start to feel cramped after a while. Access Self Storage is here with five tips to make the most of the space in your apartment and how our storage units can help.

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