Paper Clutter Control
Paper Clutter Control & Document Organization in Chicago
Drowning in paperwork? Can’t find important documents when you need them? We specialize in paper management and document organization, helping Chicago families and professionals conquer paper clutter once and for all. Despite living in a digital age, paper still floods our homes, daily mail, school paperwork, medical documents, financial statements, receipts, and children’s artwork all accumulate without proper systems. We create filing systems that actually work for your life, establish simple mail processing routines that prevent paper piles, and help you confidently decide what to keep versus what to shred. Stop wasting time searching for tax documents or medical records buried in stacks on your counter.
Our Services
- Complete paper purge
- Filing system creation
- Mail processing systems
- Document digitization guidance
- Retention schedule development
- Family command centers
- Maintenance coaching
Filing Strategies
Simple Home System: Main categories (Financial, Medical, Legal, Household, Children) with subcategories
Tickler Files: Organize by date for bills and appointments
Digital Filing: Frameworks that mirror physical filing
Active vs. Archive: Current year active; older archived
Mail Processing
Daily Routine: Sort immediately into recycle, action, file, shred
Action Station: Designated zone for mail requiring response
Go Digital: Switch to e-statements
Reduce Junk: Remove yourself from mailing lists (70-90% reduction)
Retention Guidelines
Forever: Birth certificates, passports, wills, property deeds
7 Years: Tax returns, medical records
3 Years: Bank/credit statements, pay stubs
1 Year: Monthly investment statements
Until Replaced: Insurance policies, warranties
Benefits
- Find your documents much faster
- Reduce stress with clear surfaces
- Save 30+ minutes weekly
- Easier tax preparation
- Protect important documents
FAQ
How long does it take?
6-10 hours for typical 2-3 year backlog.
Do you shred documents?
We prepare for shredding. Document shredding service available.
Paper or digital?
Mix. Legal originals in paper; routine documents can be digitized.
Can you organize business documents?
Yes. Small business organizing includes document management.
How do I maintain it?
Process mail immediately, file weekly, purge quarterly.
Call: (312) 656-7486 | Email: info@everythinghasitsplace.com
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