We often think of New Year’s resolutions happening in January after the holiday season. But what if you take the end of summer as a time to recollect instead? You can set yourself up for a successful rest of 2021. The end of summer rapidly approaches, and a new school year begins, you are able to reset your mindset and your homestead. Keep reading for approaches to re-organize your life for autumn and beyond.

Rearrange Your Closet

A secret to success that many overachievers utilize, is rotating their wardrobe. This doesn’t mean you need to splash a bunch of cash for an entirely new closet, but it means trimming down and organize what you already have. If you are wanting a complete closet to rehaul, check out our tips for closet makeovers for any budget. The mental benefits of streamlining one of your first decisions of the day can be excellent for setting the tone for your next 24 hours.

Cooler temperatures allow for different colors and cuts for the fall season. Start by going through your autumn clothes and seeing what doesn’t fit anymore. Removing clutter that is unwearable makes your morning streamlined. 

Send your summer fits to the closet. Anything that cannot be layered, think shorts, onesies, bikinis, should be packed away for next year. Rules for colors don’t necessarily apply like they used to but notice what color palette you gravitate towards naturally in cooler weather and compliment that.

Rearrange Your Budget

After a summer of fun and vacation, it may be a good time to take a hard look at your spending habits. A new school year can present extra costs as well, from lunches to activities, to returning to workout habits. Can your current budget support the incidentals? Many Americans are bolstering their budgets by adding side jobs into their routine. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), as of May 2017, there were 10.6 million independent contractors (or 6.9% of all U.S. workers). The same survey also found that less than half of those workers rely on gig work as their primary source of income. Are you looking for some extra income? We have a list of some of the best side jobs for 2021. 

While setting your fall budget in stone, remember the looming fact that the holidays fast approach. Burt Flickinger, Strategic Resource Group managing director, predicts that Christmas will cost 20-30% more this year than previous! Beyond just buying gifts, transportation costs like gas, plane tickets, and lodging should be considered. As well as food! Holiday baking, Thanksgiving dinners, and entertaining quickly add up. By starting to save now, you will alleviate your financial burden later in the year.

Sign Up For A Variable Rate

If you are looking to save some money on your household budget, consider switching to a variable rate gas plan. Throughout colder months, you will be cranking up the heat inside your home. When utilizing a variable rate, you can rely on the expertise of Kratos Gas & Power to find the cheapest rate on the market. With decades of experience, our company is proud to save homes, on average, hundreds of dollars a year. 

Planning ahead is helpful for every aspect of life. Take the end of the season to jumpstart your next. And keep checking back to the Kratos blog for excellent lifestyle tips!