The Declutter Challenge: 7 Days to a Lighter Home and Heavier Wallet

You don’t have to wait for spring to do a clean-out. Decluttering is one of the fastest ways to feel calmer and free up cash. Try this seven-day plan.

Day 1: The Junk DrawerIt’s where dead batteries and mystery cords go to die. Toss or recycle what’s useless, and suddenly your kitchen feels bigger.

Day 2: Closet PurgeIf you haven’t worn it in a year, it’s time to donate or sell. Apps like Poshmark and Mercari turn unused clothes into real money.

Day 3: Bathroom BlitzExpired products? Gone. Half-used lotions? Combine or toss. You’ll discover what you actually use.

Day 4: Paper Pile-UpScan receipts and shred old bills. Free apps store PDFs so you never drown in paper again.

Day 5: Kitchen CountertopsKeep only what you use daily. Less clutter means you’ll cook more, which saves money on take-out.

Day 6: Garage or StoragePost unused tools or sports gear on Facebook Marketplace. One person’s forgotten treadmill is another’s bargain find.

Day 7: Digital DetoxDelete old files and unsubscribe from emails that tempt you to spend.

A week later you’ll have cleaner space, clearer mind, and maybe a few hundred dollars from selling the extras.