5 Things Professional Organizers Always Do Before January 1 to Reduce Clutter and Start the New Year Streamlined

A white bedroom with a double bed with white bedding, white walls, wooden flooring, a gold lamp with white lampshade, black and white cabinetry, and two large windows with sheer white curtains.

The days between Christmas and New Year's Day can feel a little bit like living in limbo. That is why pro organizers see this as the perfect time to reset the home and restore some order.

After weeks of gifts, gatherings, and general chaos, the pros follow five specific organizing habits to curb the craving for a fresh start and clear lingering clutter.