The Art of Letting Go: Decluttering and Downsizing During Divorce with Sonya Weisshappel

A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca, Episode 44

In this episode of A Better Divorce Podcast, Andrea Vacca is joined by Sonya Weisshappel, a professional organizer, move manager, inventory expert, Founder and CEO of Seriatim, Inc., a New York-based company that provides organization and logistical solutions for businesses and individuals in transition. Sonya is a published author, with her recent book "Confessions of a Chaos Whisperer," released in May 2024.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

• The importance of accurately valuing assets before a divorce to avoid significant financial loss.
• The value of creating a detailed inventory of possessions, listing items by room with values and ownership, for ensuring fair division and preventing disputes.
• Using a color-coded system to mark items owned by you or your spouse so movers know which items to take, reducing confusion and conflict. 
• Downsizing effectively by identifying and taking personal and irreplaceable items while leaving behind what's unnecessary.
• Planning for a new life, including considering who you want to be in your next stage of life and what possessions will support that vision, whether it's taking up new hobbies or changing your living environment.
• How the assistance of  professional organizers can ease transitions by inventorying and appraising belongings, ensuring a less stressful move.

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