• Merging two households often means learning to share space. A good closet organization system will help divide the space fairly, while still providing plenty of storage for all your clothes.

• Never underestimate the power of pegboard. Not only is it a great way to organize tools, it can be used to disguise unsightly equipment like water heaters and furnaces.

• Keeping track of what you already have will keep you from buying duplicate items. Be it power tools or black pants, organization is the key to saving money.

• Old clothes you don't wear anymore simply take up space. Get rid of anything you no longer feel great or look great wearing.

• Marking out a parking spot in your garage seems unusual, but it's a surefire way to keep clutter from forcing your vehicle out of its home.