That Marketing Blueprint: January

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SUBJECT: Ready for a Fresh Start at Home?

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Hi {{First Name}},

The new year is the perfect time for a fresh start, and one of the easiest ways to reset your space (and your mindset) is by decluttering.

Decluttering isn’t about getting rid of everything or creating a picture-perfect home. It’s about creating space for what you actually use, love, and enjoy and making your home feel lighter, calmer, and more functional.

To make it easy, I put together a January Decluttering Challenge you can tackle at your own pace.

Here’s how it works:

• Pick one area of your home at a time (entryway, kitchen, bedroom, etc.)

• Donate, recycle, or toss what you no longer need

• Focus on progress, not perfection

Even small resets can make a big difference in how your home feels day to day.

And if a move might be part of your plans this year (or even next) decluttering is one of the simplest ways to start preparing without any pressure. It helps homes feel larger, brighter, and more inviting, whether you’re staying put or thinking ahead.

If you’d like my January Decluttering Checklist, just reply to this email with the word “Declutter” and I’ll send it your way.

As always, I’m here if you have questions or want to talk through what updates matter most for your home.

Happy New Year,
{{Your Name}}

That Marketing Blueprint: January

H.O.M.E.S. Marketing: Email

3 Ways to Help Save Up Money this year for your Downpayment

If buying a home is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, it is time to start thinking of saving up for that downpayment. The good news is there are loan options that allow for as low as a 3% downpayment, but typically the more money you put down, the better your loan product and rate. You can start saving up for your downpayment this month with these three tips. 

Make a budget. Start by tracking all of your spending for at least a month. This will help you get an idea of where your money is going and where you can cut back. Once you have an idea of where you can cut back, make a budget of your fixed and variable expenses. This will help you plan for savings and make sure you stay within your budget. 

Open a high-interest savings account. Look for a bank that offers a high-interest savings account and transfer your savings into it. With a high-interest savings account, you can earn more money on your savings and grow your down payment more quickly. 

Automate your savings. Set up automatic transfers from your checking account to your savings account. This will ensure that you are regularly saving money each month, and it will make it easier to reach your down payment goal.