Is your home costing you more money than you realise? Molly Benjamin sits down with professional home organiser Jess Schultz, who has organised over 400 homes across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and South East Queensland, to explore the surprising link between being organised and your finances. No judgement, no Pinterest-perfect pantries, just practical advice for busy women who want their homes (and their wallets) to feel more under control. Whether your house feels completely out of control, you’ve got bags of op shop donations sitting in the boot of your car, or you keep buying products you already own, this episode is for you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Where to start when your whole house feels overwhelming (hint: it’s not “start with one drawer”)
• The biggest organising mistake that makes everything harder than it needs to be
• The one category of clutter that scares professional organisers the most, and the simple fix that costs about $100
• Why being organised can save you money and help you spend on what actually matters, like a holiday
• Intentional consumerism vs minimalism, and why Jess never preaches the latter
• The “use it up before you buy more” rule for skincare, makeup and toiletries
• How to turn your junk drawer into a household utility drawer
• Why pantry canisters and storage products can create more work than they save
• How to deal with sentimental clutter, guilt and unwanted gifts
• Why you should always ask before passing things on to family
• The dog poop test, a decision-making trick that might change how you declutter forever
• Whether a naturally messy person can become a tidy one

Perfect for: Australian women juggling work, family and a never-ending to-do list, mums in the thick of it, and anyone who wants to spend less, stress less and feel more in control at home.

The biggest takeaway from this episode? A good system should serve you, not stress you out. Start where the overwhelm is, keep the momentum going, and be intentional about what you bring into your home. 🎧

You can find Jess on Instagram at @collectively_organized (she shares most of her tips in Stories) and at collectivelyorganized.com.au, where you’ll find free downloads including cleaning checklists and a digital declutter challenge.

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