Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to be a member of NAPO (National Association of Productivity and Organizing) to be a great organizer?
No. I attended an introductory NAPO meeting and they wanted me to pay a large sum of money to participate in what is basically a pyramid scheme. I don’t think anyone needs to go to school if they want to do anything in design such as organizing, interior design, plantscaping, filmmaking, or making music. I believe your passion and real world experience sooner than later is more valuable. I regret going to school for a 4 year degree - I wish I had just started working. I have worked as an assistant to actors and filmmakers before starting my own organizing business in 2014. I am a highly experienced when it comes to organizing both people lives and physical objects. However I prefer physical objects. I like beautiful things and making things more beautiful. I would do it for free. It energizes me.
Do you offer remote or virtual organizing and styling?
No. I do not feel I could do the job adequately, nor do I believe anyone else could. I think virtual organizing is a gimmick and I hope nobody wastes their money paying those companies which are no doubt overly marketed and lack substance. If you have stock in those companies SELL SELL SELL! Remember the online plant selling companies that popped up during covid? Where are they now? I predicted that blip too.
Will you help me shop for items to improve my space?
Yes. I often help my clients with sourcing furniture and decor. I give ideas away freely so that you can source (shop) on your own if you prefer. I offer full scale design as well as by the hour where I sit in your home, measure, source, and send you links.
How long will it take to get organized and design my space?
It's different for every client. It all depends on how many things you own, the size of your home, how much purging needs to be done, etc.. Will I be working with you or alone (working alone is faster bc I'm not tied to personal items and can think objectively). I work hard. I work fast. I give ideas away freely. I strive to make all my clients satisfied and compelled to leave me a great review. I you enjoy what you do and are good at your job you'll always have work.
Do I have to be at home when you’re working?
No. I customize my organizing and design services to work around your needs and comfort level. We can work side-by-side, on your own under my guidance, and I can work alone. Purging is ideally done with the supervision of the client, but I have a system in place when hands-on involvement is not possible. None of your items will be disposed of without your explicit permission. I often work in homes alone and am able to provide references.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Unfortunately I do not offer gift certificates as I must see a space before I enter for health and safety reasons. If you are able to provide photos of your friends space in advance and once I approve you can still pay for him/her.
Do you offer a referral incentive?
Yes! If you refer me and the referral is successful (I am hired), you can choose between either one free hour of work or one free plant installation. The free plant installation is free labor only and you would be obligated to pay for the plant and planter if you have a specific size in mind, otherwise I will install a small plant and planter that is complimentary.
Where are you willing to travel?
I organize, decorate, and install plants in the greater Los Angeles area. Some of my clients hire me to help them sort through their parents belongings after they pass, but not before they spend thousands of dollars shipping the entire contents of their homes to their home in LA. It would be much more cost effective to fly me out there to help.
I typically work in Bel Air, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Studio City, Silverlake, Eagle Rock, Larchmont, Santa Monica, Venice, Sherman Oaks, Culver City, Pasadena, Malibu, Topanga Canyon, Westwood, Marina Del Rey, Echo Park, Highland Park, Playa Del Rey, Manhattan Beach, Woodland Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Century City, Encino.
What does a typical session look like?
No session is ever the same. Generally the order of process is purge, sort, place, order supplies. I happily give interior design/styling ideas away freely and link you to items via emailed links. Even if a client hires me to organize I will almost always end up emailing them a list of suggested items to buy that would make their home more beautiful and efficient. Most peoples home need assistance with lighting and bare walls. Plants are what make the room complete and I save them for last.
What payment methods do you accept?
I accept cash, check, Venmo, Zelle, and Paypal.
How are you different than other organizers?
I style while I organize. I don't just buy a bunch of plastic bins and label them. I also offer full-scale interior design and plantscaping. I help clients set up their homes completely if needed. I connect my clients with reputable contractors, landscape designers, gardeners, handymen, electricians, and housekeepers. My past experience and present experience working for and alongside other organizers, interior designers, plantscapers, home stagers, and architects has informed my approach.
How much is it to hire a professional organizer?
Please visit my individual services pages for organizing, interior design/decorating/styling, and interior plantscaping/patioscaping. I require a minimum commitment of 4 hours per session. I offer flat rates depending on the project. For larger scale projects I provide proposals. I charge for travel time over 30 minutes depending on the job.