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Importance of Home Management

April 2, 2011
By: Chris Joseph
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Home management is the process of properly maintaining a home and property and overseeing necessary household activities. Much like operating a business, managing a home requires skills such as planning, organizing, budgeting and directing. Effective home management is important for maintaining the condition of the property and the overall financial health of the family that resides there.

Staying Organized

Effective home management helps you keep things organized around the house. You'll be able to keep track of household items and you won't have to rush around looking for your keys or clothing in the morning while preparing to go to work. You'll also reduce clutter that can creep up over time if you don't have a plan to dispose of unnecessary items. You'll reduce the likelihood of running out of important supplies when you need them the most.

Maintaining Property Value

A home that falls into disrepair can lose value, making it less attractive to potential buyers. A home management plan should include a schedule for routine maintenance and cleaning for inside and outside of the home as well as the surrounding property. If you're not particularly handy or don't have the time for upkeep, it can be worth your while in the long run to hire a handyman or cleaning person to do some of the work for you.

Tracking Finances

Home management also should include a plan to manage your household finances. Prepare a monthly budget to track expenses and eliminate wasteful spending. Develop a plan for handling bills when they arrive such as setting up a filing system with a separate file for each day of the month and placing the bill in the file for the day it should be paid. Set up a fund to cover regular household expenses such as cleaning supplies and groceries.

Teaching Your Kids

If you have kids, getting them involved in home management can be a good way to teach them the importance of handling responsibility and managing their own household when the time comes. Give them chores or projects to do around the home and involve them in the budgeting process by encouraging them to find ways to help trim household expenses. Kids can also provide a cheaper source of labor than hiring cleaning or maintenance help.

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