It's that time of year again. Summer has come to an end and fall weather is on the horizon. (Thank Goodness!) If you have kids, this means that the first day of school is right around the corner. While the kids may not be as excited as you are to send them off (Insert Happy Dance!), the least you can do is get both them and your home organized for an easy transition. To hopefully help downsize the chaos, we've put together some helpful tips in preparing your home for the new school year ahead. Cheers!
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