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Home Selling Series: Post 2 – Winter Decluttering for a Cozy Home!

December 14, 2023 by Judy Greenberg

Cluttered HomeWelcome to post 2 of our 15-part series dedicated to preparing your home for sale! (whether you are thinking of selling your home this year or in the next 5 years).

Always remember that less is more! If you have an abundance of unnecessary furniture and If selling the items on Facebook Marketplace isn't your preference, explore the list below for alternative options to donate your unwanted furniture and household items. Whether you live in Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, or Highland Park,- the list below will come in handy.

Keep in mind that if your furniture/ junk doesn't meet acceptable conditions, the organizations listed below may not want your stuff. In our next post, we'll provide guidance on handling such situations with the assistance of a professional junk removal company.

Habitat for Humanity Chicago
Accepts furniture, housewares, and even demolition materials.
Check their website for the latest donation needs.
Schedule a pickup through their website or email donate@habitatchicago.org.
https://habitatnfv.org/restores-northern-fox-valley/donate/

Chicago Furniture Bank
Provides free furniture to Chicago families in need.
Recommends a donation for pickups to support their mission.
Movers are insured, and pickups are scheduled through Honest Junk Company.
https://www.chicagofurniturebank.org/pickups

The Cancer Federation
Funds cancer research and scholarships through resale of donated items.
Accepts furniture in good condition and small household items.
Schedule a pickup by calling (888) 875-4066
https://cftruck.com/index.html

Brown Elephant, Howard Brown Health
Supports LGBTQ+ healthcare through Howard Brown Health.
Donations aid in providing affirming healthcare and support services.
Schedule a free pickup with a suggested $30 donation for fuel expenses.
https://howardbrown.org/get-involved/brown-elephant/furniture-pickup-request/

We specialize in buying and selling homes from the North Shore of Chicago to the Northwest Suburbs. Whether you are selling your home in Buffalo Grove or buying a home in Glencoe, we have you covered.

Follow along as we guide you through the journey of preparing your home for a successful sale! Stay tuned for more tips and tricks in our home selling series. Happy decluttering!
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