Smaller Spaces (NAPSA)—From convenience and the environment to life changes and the economy, there are many reasons to leave a large house for an urban loft or cozy bungalow. Whatever the reason, these steps for maximizing a move to smaller spaces can help you achieve a successful, stress-free move: * Assess your new space to understand its physical limita- tions. Measure each room and determine what furniture will fit and what will have to go. Take Host a “reverse housewarming” party—list everything you need to get rid of and invite friends, family and neighbors over to choose whatthey want. photos and sketch a layout. Assess items by their value and usefulness in your daily life. If you don’t touch it daily, don’t takeit. Sort the remaining itemsinto categories such as gifts, long-term storage, trash and donations. A clutter-free home also “shows” better to prospective buyers. Learn more about moving, packing and storage solutions at the Mayflower Transit Web site, www.mayflower.com.
