{"id":4048,"date":"2017-12-29T10:00:56","date_gmt":"2017-12-29T15:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/?p=4048"},"modified":"2019-03-28T10:27:23","modified_gmt":"2019-03-28T14:27:23","slug":"5-new-years-resolutions-for-your-home-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/2017\/12\/29\/5-new-years-resolutions-for-your-home-2\/","title":{"rendered":"5 New Year\u2019s Resolutions for Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-4050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/iStock-873765180-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"584\" height=\"390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/iStock-873765180-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/iStock-873765180-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/iStock-873765180-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/iStock-873765180-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 584px) 100vw, 584px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With the New Year approaching many people are making their list of New Year\u2019s resolutions. However, most people focus on resolutions for themselves. From eating healthier to staying organized, many individuals forget to think about resolutions for their household. Making home resolutions will undoubtedly help you stay organized in the New Year, so here are five New Year\u2019s resolutions to kick start your 2018!<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Simplify Your Stuff<br \/>\n<\/strong>Clutter is unavoidable, even if you are the most organized person in the world. This year clear the clutter and keep it that way as one of your New Year\u2019s home resolutions. Throughout the year many individuals acquire a lot of stuff. So go room by room and purge any cabinets and drawers that are cluttered from last year. While cleaning, think about how much you\u2019ve used the particular item in question. If you haven\u2019t used something lately think about parting ways with it or donating it. Once you\u2019ve cleared the clutter, think twice before bringing any new items into your house and make sure that anything you do bring into your home raises your energy level!<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Shrink your Carbon Footprint<br \/>\n<\/strong>Nothing is better than going green for the New Year! This year reduce your carbon footprint by making minor adjustments to your household to \u201cgreener\u201d more environmentally-friendly habits. That doesn\u2019t mean you have to install solar panels or drive a hybrid car. Make minor adjustments and start with cutting your home\u2019s energy usage. Here are some ideas to help you reduce your home\u2019s energy usage!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Get smart with your thermostat and turn it down when you leave the house or at night.<\/li>\n<li>Install LED lightbulbs around the house.<\/li>\n<li>Give <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhg.com\/gardening\/yard\/compost\/how-to-compost\/\">composting<\/a> a try.<\/li>\n<li>Only run dishwashers and washers\/dryers when they are full.<\/li>\n<li>For more ideas to reduce your carbon footprint, click here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3. Weekly Cleaning System<br \/>\n<\/strong>You can also become more organized by implementing a cleaning schedule for the week for your New Year\u2019s home resolution. By planning a cleaning schedule, you\u2019ll find it easier to clean you home throughout the week. Plus, keeping the mess under control will benefit you greatly. By spreading out home chores throughout the week you\u2019ll have more time to spend with your family or invest in your hobbies. Also, it\u2019s easier to clean in smaller portions than to clean the whole house! So stay on top of cleaning this year and keep any mess under control.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Get Ready for Entertaining<br \/>\n<\/strong>Have a little fun this year and entertain family, friends, and guests more in your amazing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/\">Judd Builders<\/a> home! Take a vow to spend more time with those you care about. You\u2019ll have a fantastic time with your friends, family, and neighbors. But if you\u2019re going to be inviting people in, make your resolution to add updates or fresh decor to the rooms you entertain in. You don\u2019t have to go full out and re-design everything, but bring in new elements to your home to create a new energy. Whether it\u2019s creating dramatic presentations with large flower displays or adding new dynamic pillows, your guests will take notice!<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Volunteer in Your Community<br \/>\n<\/strong>Take some time out of your busy lifestyle and find volunteer opportunities within your community. This is a great home resolution for you and your family because not only are you giving back to your community, but you\u2019re also spending quality time together! Don\u2019t feel like you have to go this alone either. Invite your neighbors and friends to join you and make it a monthly event! There\u2019s nothing better than giving back to your community while getting closing with your family and friends!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the New Year approaching many people are making their list of New Year\u2019s resolutions. 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