a house in balance

Let Me Introduce Myself

Susan [Rose] Georgia~Los Angeles-based Professional Home Organizer

I've always enjoyed planning, creating and organizing. When you are organized in your home or office your mind is more open to new ideas and it is easier to function, create and be productive. I love organizing--whether it is just one cupboard or an entire garage. I also enjoy meal planning on a Sunday morning, and party planning and creating unique gifts for celebrations. To me the process is fun and rewarding!

My friends, family and patients (I am also a Registered Dental Hygienist) comment on how much energy and time I have to live life to the fullest---I attribute this partly to not spending countless hours cleaning up messes!

A House in Balance is run by myself; you will always work directly with me. I am very understanding and I do not pass judgement based on the condition of your home or office. I will never make you feel worse than you currently do because I understand where you are coming from.

I strive to "Be in the Pink" which means living in good health, strong, thriving, delighted and beyond happy! I will happily help you to learn to help yourself and live "in the pink" in a balanced house.

Purge ~ Pack ~ Put in Order

Ready to Move Out?

As your Moving Consultant, I will be with you every step of the way. First purging unwanted and unused items. Why pay to move things you no longer need?

We can pack together or I can do it all myself. I will find or purchase boxes/bins for you.

Each box will be carefully packed and labeled.

There are options for the items you don't want. I will arrange for donation pick up and/or take them to a dontaion center at no charge. If you would like to sell them, I will do that for you. My commision for sales is 40%. Many of my clients have offset the cost of my hourly wage when I sell their items. It's a WIN WIN for you the client!

Ready to Move In?

After the move to your new place I will be there to guide you and be hands on with such things as furniture placement, kitchen and bath organization and even the garage! With my help the move will be smoother and you will be able to get settled in your new home with much less stress.

Additional Services

Party Planning & Ideas

I have given many parties with various themes. I enjoy the party prep as much as the party! I will help you celebrate any occasion with planning and set up and also with gift ideas such as THE BIG COUNTDOWN.

Meal Planning

Party Planning & Ideas

Meal planning on the weekend helps your upcoming week go more smoothly and be less stressful. If you post the meals for the week on the refrigerator or a bulletin board you eliminate the question "what's for dinner?"

The Big Countdown~a unique gift

It's Time to Celebrate!

We all love counting down to that special day. Counting down the days makes the time go faster, creates excitement and brings joy. Is there someone in your life who is looking forward to a special occasion such as a birthday, wedding, a new baby, bar or bat mitzvah, retirement?

As your gift consultant we can create a very unique and special gift that will be remembered a lifetime!

Let's get the party started!

TO VIEW MORE DETAILS ABOUT THIS GIFT CONCEPT PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE:

THEBIGCOUNTDOWN.BIZ

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Kind Comments

I am a retired C.P.A. and Susan assisted me in dissolving my practice which included organizing, directing and maintaining a record of my client files. Susan is punctual, honest, good natured and smart. She is also hardworking, proactive, creative, full of ideas and keeps up with current trends. Frank G.

Susan is a cherished friend and neighbor and is thoughtful and trustworthy. She is not only energetic but has a keen eye for detail and takes on a task with enthusiasm. Within a small space in my home, Susan stepped in and organized it. She helped me purge clothing and stuff I had been holding onto. Her amazing organizing skills have helped me to see possibilities for order. Myra C.

What you will find in Susan:

organized

planner

shares ideas

friendly

positive

understanding

most importantly sincere

Eileen C.

Susan is a true professional, extremely prompt and has great follow through. She is a joy to deal with, always energetic and is fun to be around. Bonnie W.

Susan is blessed with a natural ability to make any space she lives or works in a place of beauty and calm. She loves life and is so busy living it that she has to be organized. Lucky for her she is good at it! Judee C.

Susan Rose thank you for doing the service of organizing our storage area as you agreed. The energy and results are great. Your follow through was great.

Carlos M.

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Before working with Susan, I was in the middle of a huge clutter problem and quite attached sentimentally to a lot of my possessions. But now I am able to not feel so guilty about throwing or giving things away. What I love most about working with Susan is her enthusiasm, encouragement, suggestions and in knowing her for years, she is very patient with my procrastination. She goes out of her way to help you do what you set out to accomplish. Susan also helped me a great deal while I was moving from one apartment into a new one. Thank you Susan!

Gretchen R.

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I avoided and also hated going into my garage. It was completely filled with storage containers from 3 different moves. The containers were stacked over 7 feet in height. I am 6'3" and I couldn't see over the containers or see and get to my Harley Davidson. It made me angry each time I entered the garage. I could access some items when opening the large garage door but I was too embarrassed because of the neighbors seeing the mess.

After Susan went through each container, sorting the items inside we now have similar items in labeled containers and we donated many things to charity. Susan found our cherished dog Bear's ashes that we thought we had lost and it brought us to tears. She also discovered about $2,400 in savings bonds for our son who now has his own home and was saving up for a new quartz countertop for his newly remodeled kitchen. Needless to say those bonds helped tremendously in completing his kitchen.

I am happy to say that I can now park my car and motorcycle in the garage. Also I can easily get to my workbench and refrigerator and I know where everything stored is located.

Chris M.

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Susan was amazing. She was able to clean out and organize my mom's house for me after my mom passed away. She is extremely trustworthy, very organized and so friendly. I would highly recommend her. Without her assistance and services it would have taken me months to complete what she did in a few days.

Cydney W.

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Susan is very enthusiastic. She was very helpful. I was really ready to purge and she made it fun. Also she has the organization skills I do not have. Everything looks perfect. I am so happy with the results. I couldn't have done this without her. I might be moving and I will definitely work with her again to help me organize my new place.

Shelle B.

Code of Ethics I Stand By

Client Relationships

I will respect my clients, their spaces, and remain nonjudgemental throughout all interactions.

I will only provide services in areas in which I am competent and knowledgeable.

If other professionals are needed, I will do my best to connect you with qualified individuals and/or companies.

All fees for services will be honestly represented and provided upfront.

Confidentiality

Any and all client information will be confidential and therefore will not be shared with anyone.

Client testimonials and/or photos will only be used with explicit written permission signed by the client.

Fees

Any and all fees associated with services will be provided upfront and never hidden.

For any change in the fee structure, a 60 day notice will be provided to existing clients and only effective toward new projects not within the original agreement.

Please visit the FAQ for fee schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most frequently asked questions about my services and home organization in general...

What is a Professional Home Organizer?

A Professional Home Organizer is someone that helps you overcome the clutter and disorganization to make your life less stressful and your time more efficient and enjoyable.

Why hire ME to be YOUR Professional Home Organizer?

As a Professional Home Organizer I not only help you organize your spaces but I will also create easy to follow systems to help you stay organized! I am there to help you through the entire process or to get down and dirty and do everything myself--your choice! I will sort, declutter, file, relocate and donate to help you destress and your home will feel in balance and so will you!

What are the benefits of getting and being organized?

SO MANY BENEFITS! You will find yourself having more time and less stress. You will know where everything is located which saves you time, huge headaches, and money because you won't need to buy duplicates of items you can't find. Disarray and chaos actually can affect your health...your environment plays a huge role on your attitude, outlook, and even blood pressure, cortisol and anxiety levels. Life is much simpler when your environment is organized, clean and it's easy to find things.

Which areas in my home do you service?

I will tackle anything from your garage to your kitchen pantry.

How do I get started?

Simply contact me here or I would love to speak with you on the phone-818 439-6155 and tell me what needs to be addressed. I prefer to initially meet you over the phone to get to know you and your needs and then we can set up a time for our "Needs Assessment/Home Consultation in your home. If you decide to proceed after our in-home meeting the $65 "Needs Assessment Charge" will be applied toward your first session.

What takes place at the initial home meeting?

I evaluate the space(s) as is. then we will discuss what problems you have with the space(s), what you would like to see changed and any roadblocks, Then together we will formulate a plan of action.

Will you be flexible to work with my schedule?

I am here to work with you and your schedule.

Will my sessions be confidential?

Yes, of course! All meetings, conversations and questions are between you and me and no one else.

What are your rates?

My hourly organizing rate is $65/hour with a 3 hour minimum.

My hourly shopping rate is $25/hour

My rate for selling items is 40% of the sale

What if I only need you for a few hours?

That's OK! There is a minimum of 3 hours for each project.

What payments are accepted?

I accept cash, debit cards and credit cards, and Venmo. Payment is due at the end of each work session ( each day).

What if I am out of your 30 mile radius?

Within the 30 mile radius my drive time and fuel is included in my $65/hour fee. If you are outside the 30 mile radius and want to use my services then we can discuss a fuel charge depending on the number of additional miles.

If I need bins, containers or other items to organize do I go out to hunt for them and then purchase or do you do it?

You may shop for the items we have discussed in our sessions but I would be happy to do it for you. I have researched stores to find the right items and the best deals. My shopping rate is $25/hour.