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6 Tips for Downsizing & Organizing Your Papers

One of the biggest headaches of downsizing is deciding what to do with all the paper that you have accumulated over the years. Whether you are downsizing, moving, or just decluttering and organizing your home, this can be an overwhelming task. Most people keep much more paper than necessary. Research shows most of the paper […]

Here’s How Potomac, MD Personal Assistants Can Minimize Holiday Stress

Are you overly stressed at even the thought of the holiday season, or do you eagerly anticipate the joyous occasion? If your demanding job, social obligations, and busy kids leave little time for extra commitments like office parties, special outfit purchases, baking, and gift buying, consider getting help. A personal assistant will allow you to […]

5 Ways a Personal Assistant Makes Divorce Easier

Transitioning out of married life after a divorce is overwhelming. On top of holding a demanding job and raising kids, the list seems endless (rearranging finances, attending legal appointments, moving, etc). Hiring a personal assistant to alleviate all of this stress sounds too good to be true, but it works! Here are some of the […]

Move Management: How to Manage a House Move in Washington DC

Moving is exciting, but also a huge undertaking. If your big day is approaching, you know all about long To Do lists, never ending phone calls, and the emotional task of decluttering.  Read on for a recap of what to expect. Be prepared and the process will run smoothly. If you need move management, don’t […]

Potomac Concierge Featured in Washingtonian for Organization Services

Potomac Concierge is so proud to have been featured in the Washingtonian’s article, “Trying to Furnish Your Small Home? These DC-Area Stores Can Help!” When you’re setting up a small home your priority should be organization. With the right organization systems, a 700 sq. ft. apartment can feel like more space than you’ll ever need. […]

6 Tips on Organizing Your Closet Before a Move

If you’re packing up to move or getting ready for an open house, chances are your closets need some  attention.  Don’t wait until the last minute – three days before move day or the first showing isn’t early enough time! Here are some decluttering tips to help you organize your closet so it’s easy to […]

Happiness and Home Organization: 8 Fun Facts

You probably know that exercise releases endorphins and makes us happier. Did you know your brain also loves an organized house?  Living in a mess stresses us out, interfering with the production of our de-stressing hormone (cortisol).  Get motivated for decluttering by remembering how an organized home will bring you more joy:

Home Organization Tip: Give Clutter-Free Holiday Gifts

Only 3.1% of the world’s children live in America, but they own 40% of the toys consumed globally (UCLA). There are 300,000 items in the average American home (LA Times).  This year, give clutter-free gifts: 26 Clutter-Free Holiday Gift Ideas Event tickets:  These include movies, plays, concerts and sporting events. A class or a workshop:  […]

10 Steps to an Organized Office

Is a cluttered home office making your insanely busy life more stressful? Take a few minutes and read our 10 steps to getting organized. Either do it yourself, or have one of our trained professional organizers whip your home office into shape.

Fall Home Maintenance: 17 Items to Check

It’s time to start thinking about fall home maintenance! Be proactive now and avoid headaches and costs from repairs later.  Another reason for fall home maintenance is to keep your family safe by ensuring all systems function properly. If you’re overwhelmed with work demands and/or children, hire a personal organizer.

Home Renovation Advice: Organize and Supervise

Poorly planned home renovations can be stressful and lead to emotions running high. Do your homework, prep the house, and properly supervise the crews. If you can’t be around for much of the work, consider hiring a personal assistant to handle overseeing the entire renovation, or any part of the process.  If you’re in the […]

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