What happens to the things we love–and leave behind

Small icon of three sparkles

New research reveals what people really want to happen to inherited belongings — and what actually does.

Five stars
Google "G" logo
4.98 Average Rating
715,000+ verified customer reviews
READ ARTICLE
No credit card required.
Five stars
Google "G" logo
4.98 Average Rating
Based on 715,000+ verified customer reviews
Small graphic icon of three sparkles
READ ARTICLE
Or call 1-800-468-5865
Small graphic icon of three sparkles

Latest articles

Decluttering

The Great Junk Transfer: Navigating clutter & grief with Nick Fox

What started as a joke about unwanted family heirlooms quickly became a 500,000-strong movement. In this interview, creator Nick Fox breaks down the "Great Junk Transfer"—explaining why younger generations are turning down inherited stuff, how to navigate the physical weight of grief, and the exact script to start hard, compassionate, decluttering conversations with aging parents.

Community

Creating Meghan Yuri Young’s home of possibility

Meghan Yuri Young began renovating her late father's lakeside home, navigating clutter and memories while making space to honor his legacy.

Decluttering

What a Harvard Psychiatrist wants you to know before your next cleanout

Why do we hold onto things we don't need? Harvard's Dr. Blaise Aguirre explains the psychology of clutter and how to let go of sentimental items without guilt.

Articles by category

Sort by
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Decluttering

How does 1-800-GOT-JUNK? work?

Anxious about your junk removal appointment? Let us answer all your questions and ease your mind!

June 18, 2022
How to carry heavy furniture safely and easily
Decluttering

How to carry heavy furniture safely and easily

When moving furniture by yourself, it’s important to keep safety top of mind. Check out our tips on how to lift heavy furniture safely!

October 4, 2021
RE/MAX’s top 5 tips for moving success
Moving

RE/MAX’s top 5 tips for moving success

Are you preparing for an upcoming move? Keep reading for RE/MAX’s top moving tips that can help streamline your moving process!

July 22, 2021
Four different types of shoppers: Which one are you?
Decluttering

Four different types of shoppers: Which one are you?

Find out what type of shopper you are and specific tips that correspond with your shopping style!

October 8, 2020
The weird and wonderful world of junk in 2019
Weird junk

The weird and wonderful world of junk in 2019

You wouldn’t believe the amount of strange items we’ve picked up this year! Check out our round up of the 10 weirdest junk items we’ve hauled in 2019.

August 19, 2019
Say so-long to bathroom clutter with 4 easy steps
Decluttering

Say so-long to bathroom clutter with 4 easy steps

If it looks or feels like you’ve got too much stuff in your bathroom, you’re probably right! Check out our smart tips on reducing bathroom clutter.

August 18, 2019
1-800-GOT-JUNK? contributes to landfill diversion by saving 3 tons of books
Community

1-800-GOT-JUNK? contributes to landfill diversion by saving 3 tons of books

When an emergency call came in, the owner of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? in D.C. didn’t think twice. See how they saved 3 tons of books from the landfill!

August 16, 2019
Clothes, houseware and furniture donation: What do thrift stores accept?
Environment

Clothes, houseware and furniture donation: What do thrift stores accept?

Can you donate a table with scratches on it? Here are some tips that outline what charity thrift stores take and what may have to be recycled instead.

August 16, 2019
Kick start spring cleaning with our 3 closet transition tips
Decluttering

Kick start spring cleaning with our 3 closet transition tips

It's time to tackle the great closet cleanout! We're sharing our best tips on how to spring clean your closets and get a stylish start this season.

August 16, 2019