It’s official: We're just a few weeks away from the new year! So, why not start off 2026 as the best version of yourself with the best version of your home—clean, organized, and well-maintained. While this might sound overwhelming, it’s actually far easier than you think with just a little bit of guidance. Not sure where to begin? Here are eight home tasks experts say you should tackle before the year is over.
Ashley Garcia , a Taskrabbit Tasker specializing in home organization and decluttering
Mike Martirena of the Ivan and Mike Team at Compass
Libby McKinney Tritschler , real estate agent
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Schedule a Furnace or Boiler Service
Real estate agent Libby McKinney Tritschler suggests scheduling a furnace or b

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