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Household Checklist for January

The holidays are behind us, and it’s time to get organized.  The month of January is a great time to put away all of the Christmas decorations, as well as organize your paperwork.  We’re here to help with our printable Household Checklist for January and detailed information for the projects you need to tackle this month. So let’s get started.

Things to Do in January

Maintenance Inside

  • Put away Christmas decorations (see separate list)
  • Assess cleaning schedule; revise as needed
  • Make updates: medical wallet card and phone numbers
  • Restock cold and flu supplies
  • Straighten hat and mitten bin or drawer
  • Organize papers (mail bin, receipts, filing system, menus, gift cards)

Maintenance Outdoors

  • Purchase additional ice melt and sand for driveway
  • Purchase additional gasoline for snow blower
  • Rake roof after snowfalls

Money

  • Balance checkbook
  • Budget
  • Collect documents to prepare Federal and state taxes
  • Gather charitable donation receipts and value items
  • Sign up for electronic billing and statements

Meal Planning

  • Plan birthdays, parties, and events for February
  • Prepare for Valentine’s Day (cards, gifts, candy)

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Details on January Projects

Here are some specific details on our January projects.  Just click on the link below to read more.

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Printable Household Checklist for January

Just click on the link below for a printable copy of our Household Checklist for January:

Household Checklist for January

Household Checklist for January

By scheduling time to handle these items in January, you’ll be sure to keep everything running smoothly in your household.

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