If you’re feeling overstretched with excessive holiday commitments and a desire to please everyone, know that you’re not alone. Studies on holiday stress show that almost 70 percent of Americans experience anxiety due to a time crunch in November and December. One way to reduce stress is to reach out for help. Hiring a personal […]
Too much clutter in a home can be depressing, overwhelming, embarrassing, and distracting. Not only does clutter lead to brain fog, it also serves as a visual reminder of work that needs to be done. A messy home can become unsafe and difficult to clean properly. It can also waste a tremendous amount of time […]
Few people should move before a full house declutter. Nobody wants to start fresh in a new home with items no longer needed. Even if you’ve been diligent over the years regularly paring down, choices must be made if you’re downsizing. Getting rid of prized possessions isn’t easy and most people can benefit from professional […]
Decluttering a home in the best of times is an arduous task. If you are decluttering after a traumatic loss, then it’s overwhelming and not something to do alone. Shock and grief can be debilitating. Loss comes in many forms and affects everyone differently. Some examples are divorce, the death of a loved one, illness, […]
It’s essential to start preparing your home early in the fall before temperatures begin to fall. Mother Nature is sometimes unpredictable, and winter comes earlier than expected. Our detailed checklist covers all aspects of home care and maintenance that you will need to tend to before winter hits. 1. Schedule Your Landscaping Landscaping services do […]
If you’re about to get settled into a new home, your to-do list is probably long. It’s important to organize and pre-plan a move meticulously to protect those items most precious to you. The list varies by individual, but it might include jewelry, important documents and files, prescriptions, electronic devices, priceless antiques, expensive artwork, heirlooms, […]
Back-to-school means many wonderful things happen: friends reunite, activities restart, and kids grow and learn. It also means your home can quickly become cluttered with all the things kids need and use in school. If your home is more chaotic than smooth, now is the perfect time to implement an organizational plan to keep your […]
If you have a move coming up, packing is probably on your mind. With some pre-planning and the right materials on hand, you can help keep costs down by avoiding common packing mistakes. If your belongings are packed safely and properly, your move will be faster, allowing you to minimize per-hour costs. 1) Don’t use […]
If you are like most people, your closet needs organizing. It’s one of those dreaded tasks we tend to put off, but once it’s completed, you feel great! The start of a new season is the perfect time to tackle your closet, either on your own or with the help of VIP concierges. Here are […]
A well-planned move is key unless you thrive under tremendous stress. Lay out a plan week by week from about seven to eight weeks out until moving day. While each move and the specific tasks associated with it vary by family, here is a typical checklist: Week #1 – Hire a moving company after getting […]
You may be downsizing your home for any number of reasons. Maybe you fell in love with another neighborhood that’s pricier than your current one. Perhaps you’re tired of a long daily commute. Are you an empty nester and can’t properly maintain a large home? If you are combining households with someone, then you are […]
Time is money, and many of us wish for more. Learn to better manage yourself, your family, or your business, and you’ll love your extra time, lower stress, and potentially higher income. Read on for time management tips from the experienced personal assistants at Potomac Concierge. Plan well ahead – Leaving things until the last […]