Home decluttering and organizing

Busy families, new parents, people moving or downsizing, and older adults or their relatives.

Hourly rate or a fixed price per project, with the option to sell a package of sessions. Some organizers also earn from shopping for storage products, so check how you charge for that time.

• Patient and non-judgmental with clients
• Good at sorting and planning spaces
• Physically able to lift and move boxes

• General liability insurance in case something is damaged in a client's home
• Check whether your city or county requires a local business license
• Respect client privacy and be careful with personal papers and valuables
• Check your state's rules on sole proprietorship or LLC registration and sales tax if you resell products

Startup costs are typically around $200 to $1,500, depending on the supplies you buy, your insurance and how much you spend on marketing. These figures are estimates, and many people start small and grow.

Monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $4,000, depending on how many clients you take on, your session rates and how many hours you work. This is revenue before costs, and it is only an estimate.

Check general liability insurance in case something is damaged in a client's home, and whether your city or county requires a business license. Also check your state's rules on business registration and sales tax if you resell products, and protect client privacy.