Declutter To Sell: Why Less Sells For More (Part 1)

Declutter To Sell: Why Less Sells For More (Part 1)

From The Declutter Queen by Avery Cundill

April 9, 2026 · 29 min · Episode 8

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of decluttering when selling a home and features insights from Realtor Ty Mitchell.

This episode focuses on why decluttering is so powerful when you’re selling your home. I share how I recently went through this myself and learned that this isn’t a quick weekend tidy—it can take weeks, and that’s okay. I explain that buyers aren’t buying our stuff; they’re buying the idea of their lives in our space. Clutter makes rooms feel smaller, more personal, and less inviting, while a neutral, clean, intentional space lets buyers imagine their own furniture, routines, and memories there. I walk through what “clutter” really means when selling—personal photos, piles of paper, overstuffed shelves, crowded countertops, even oversized furniture that blocks flow. I also highlight the return on investment: decluttered homes tend to sell faster and for three to five percent more, and you’ll be ahead when it’s time to pack. Then, with Realtor Ty Mitchell from Winnipeg , we dig into real-world examples from his listings: how depersonalizing, removing bulky items, and even using storage solutions or virtual staging can make a huge difference. Throughout, I encourage listeners to start small—just one room, or even one table—and to expect a “second declutter” pass once they…

People in this episode

Guest: Ty Mitchell

Topics covered

  • decluttering
  • home selling
  • real estate
  • interior design

Keywords

  • home staging
  • depersonalizing
  • return on investment
  • real estate tips

Mentioned in this episode

Products: storage solutions, virtual staging

Places: Winnipeg

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