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Stop Using Your Car As A Storage Unit

Our cars tend to be a magnet for clutter. They often act as a second closet; essentially a storage unit for what we don’t have room for. Whether it’s wrappers or clothing or random sports equipment, these items take up precious space in an already confined area. And no one – you or your passengers – likes getting into a messy, cluttered vehicle. So if you’re looking for some motivation, here are our top hacks to keep your car organized…

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Frequent Traveler? Here’s How Alluster Can Make Your Life Easier.

   Whether it’s for business or pleasure, traveling for an extended period of time poses the issue of where to keep your belongings while you’re gone. You probably don’t want to drag everything with you – especially seasonal and non-essential items. And you don’t want to throw everything away. Even if you’re renting your place out, you likely have valuables you don’t want to leave with a stranger. That’s where a storage unit comes in. A solution to items you…

Hacks to Get Your Home Ready For AirBnB Guests

As popular destinations for tourists and business travellers alike, it’s no wonder that Toronto and Vancouver are home to several Airbnb hosts. When you’re getting your house ready to host Airbnb guests, there are a couple things you’ll want to consider. First of all, you’ll want to declutter your home. Whether you want to depersonalize it, tidy it, or store valuables away, you’ll need somewhere to keep your items. That’s where Alluster comes in. Give us a call, and we’ll…

How This Stuntwoman Uses Alluster to Keep Life Clutter Free

In Vancouver’s real estate market, finding a home is challenging enough, let alone a home with ample storage space. Stuntwoman Ror Tio owns a great deal of bulky equipment, and has no place to put it. Instead of leaving it scattered around her home causing a stressful mess, Ror uses Alluster Storage to help declutter.   In the film industry, it’s easy to accumulate a whole assortment of stunt gear. “I have a lot of sporting equipment for each season. About…

Preparing for Winter? Here’s Some Tips to Declutter

It’s mid fall. You’ve spent the last two seasons buying stuff that you never knew you needed. With winter just round the corner, it’s important to start thinking about curating your space. Especially during the winter months, when you’re spending more time indoors and are less motivated to do anything. It’s important to make your space as relaxing and cozy as possible. It’s time to plan ahead and put some of your stuff into storage. Alluster can help you store your unnecessary items, from clothes…

How This Realtor Sells Home For 10% Higher Than Average

Staging plays a pivotal role when selling a home. The process is simple: declutter and depersonalize. That’s exactly what Vancouver based Realtor Ariane Benjamin uses Alluster Storage for. While Alluster stores her clients’ belongings, Benjamin stages their homes to help sell them faster, and at a higher price than average. While staging does require a small investment upfront, homeowners generally see a great return rate. A survey by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corp. found that staged homes sell for more…