Sorting Through Life Episode 20: Your Guide to Decluttering a Family Home Through a Garage Sale
- tiffanybeamer
- May 19
- 1 min read
In this episode of Sorting Through Life, Colleen Waterston, owner and lead organizer of Space by Space Organizing, is joined by team member Alicia and longtime friend and client Warren for an honest conversation about decluttering a longtime family home and preparing for a successful garage sale. Warren shares his experience caring for his mother, who was an “excessive collector” and the emotional process of sorting through years of belongings in the home they shared.
This episode offers practical advice for anyone planning a garage sale, including preparation tips, pricing strategies, organization ideas, and common mistakes to avoid. Colleen and Alicia also explain the key differences between a garage sale and an estate sale, helping listeners understand which option may work best for their situation.
Whether you're helping a family member downsize, cleaning out a longtime home, or simply looking for expert decluttering and reselling tips, this episode is filled with compassionate insight and real-world advice.