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tips and tricks
IN THE HOME

HOW TO ORGANIZE

6 TROUBLE SPOTS

by Kathy Barnes, BHG.com are similarly useful.
Inside cabinets, a Lazy
I s your messy house Susan turntable is an excellent
you
stressing
out? way to corral spices or store
Conquer the chaos with canned goods. Add sliding
these organization tips for shelves to lower cabinets to
common sources of clutter in organize pots, pans and other
every room. frequently used tools.
LAUNDRY ROOM ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
Space is often limited in Whether your TV is wall-
this area, so it’s important to mounted, on a stand or stored
keep supplies well-organized. in an armoire, it’s probably
Make the most of your square accompanied by a host of from cleaning supplies to KIDS’ TOYS BEDROOM CLOSET
footage by using wall space for accessories that can quickly wrapping paper. The first step Toys are a frequent Getting ready for the day is
storage. For instance, install take over the room. To make to getting organized is to get adversary in the never-ending less stressful when your wardrobe
a long bank of shelves above the most of your entertainment rid of anything that isn’t bed battle against clutter, but you is contained in a clutter-free
the washer and dryer to keep center, start by paring down to or bath. Next, group seasonal don’t have to let them win. space. Start by moving off-
detergent and other laundry just the essentials—getting rid items so they can be stored Choose storage solutions that season clothes out of your closet
needs handy. Use labeled of stray remotes and outdated together and swapped out as allow your child to participate and into separate storage (such as
baskets or cubbies to keep media, like unnecessary CDs temperatures change. Consider in cleanup. For example, rolling under-bed bins). Next, arrange
things tidy (and easy to find). and VHS tapes. outfitting your closet with bins make it easy for your little items so the most frequently
If you have a stackable washer Next, take control of cables wire shelving that allows one to put away toys and also worn clothes are easiest to
and dryer, implement a similar by coiling any extra length and better airflow between linens. take them from room to room. reach. Use vertical space above
storage system using a rolling securing with twist ties or other Adjustable shelving is more You can also outfit an open the closet rod to store rarely
cart next to the appliances. fasteners. Use attractive boxes flexible, and sliders make it easy bookcase with labeled baskets worn clothing and accessories in
with lids to store DVDs, CDs to quickly find what you need. or boxes to encourage your labeled cubbies or boxes.
KITCHEN CABINETS and video games alphabetically Designate and label separate child to group like items. For Choose hanging storage
You don’t need an or by genre, and label each shelves for similar items, such very small children, consider solutions for keeping purses,
expensive kitchen remodel container for easy access. as towels, sheets and toiletries. adding a photo to each label belts and scarves tidy. Invest in
to make the most of your When not in use, keep track Roll or neatly fold linens so they know what goes where. shoe organizers for your closet
cabinets. Start by adding of remotes by storing them in a and store off-season items in If you prefer wall-mounted door or floor to keep pairs
magnetic paint or corkboard basket. Add a bit of personality vacuum-sealed bags to make shelves or baskets, make sure together. Other ideas: install
tile inside a cabinet door to to the entertainment center by the most of limited space. they’re low enough for your lights in your closet so you can
keep track of shopping lists, interspersing framed photos, Stacked bins keep small child to reach easily (and see every corner and keep your
calendars and so forth, and books and collectibles among toiletries orderly and make be sure shelves are securely hamper in or near the closet so
attach hooks inside the doors the electronics and storage bins. the most of vertical space. mounted so they can’t be dirty clothes stay off the floor. n
to organize measuring spoons, Group and label like items and pulled down). An over-the-
pot holders and other kitchen LINEN CLOSET consider using clear containers door shoe holder with see- ©2020 Meredith Corporation.
implements. Door-mounted The linen closet often turns so you can easily see when it’s through pockets is perfect for Distributed by Tribune
spice racks and lid organizers into a catchall for everything time to restock. stashing small toys. Content Agency, LLC.

LAKEWOOD VILLAGE MARKET UPDATE

REAL-TIME MARKET PROFILE MEDIAN LIST PRICE

Never miss important changes in the Long Beach market.

In the last few weeks we’ve seen prices in this zip code bouncing around this plateau.
Look for a persistent down-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices deviate from these levels.
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MARKET SEGMENTS

Each segment below represents approximately 25% of the market ordered by price.

MEDIAN PRICE SQ. FT. LOT SIZE BEDS BATH AGE NEW ABSORBED DOM

$1,198,888 2,901 4,500 - 6,500 SQFT 4 4 24 4 2 17
$986,900 2,390 4,500 - 6,500 SQFT 4 3 66 3 2 38

$827,000 1,603 4,500 - 6,500 SQFT 3 2 67 4 3 18
$731,999 1,289 4,500 - 6,500 SQFT 3 2 69 6 2 3

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