Don't Leave Home Online

Dealing with paper clutter can feel like an endless battle, but you can simplify your home life by following a few clear rules for what to keep and what to shred. The general goal for a minimalist home, as suggested by The Minimal Mom , is to that isn't absolutely essential. What to Keep (The "Golden" Papers)

: Maintenance of current medical records for each family member is helpful for quick reference. What to Shred or Toss Don't Leave Home

: Official ownership documents like titles, deeds, and wills. Dealing with paper clutter can feel like an

A lot of paper enters our homes only to become "delayed decisions". To stop the piles from growing, immediately toss or shred: What to Shred or Toss : Official ownership

: Keep 7 years of tax returns. For most regular filers, this doesn't need to include every single receipt.

: Keep birth/death certificates, marriage licenses, divorce decrees, Social Security cards, and passports in a secure fire-safe bag or safe.

You really don't need as much as you think. Most experts, including those from Reddit's decluttering community , agree that your essential paper footprint for a standard household should be less than an inch thick.