As I've mentioned in the past, I'm a lousy housekeeper. But I'm a great organizer. Which means I always know where to find things--it's just that when I do, they're usually covered in dust. With spring cleaning on so many minds right now, it's a good time to size up the storage options in your home. Then heed some advice I once got from TV handyman and all-around hunk Eric Stromer, who told me that a desk should never be a destination for papers--just a way station. Always include storage space above or below the desk where the papers can go, or you'll never see your desktop again. Other tips:

How to Store Old Photographs
Have a bunch of old family photos you need to organize? How to Properly Store Old Photographs offers some good suggestions to keep all your photos in pristine condition.

Organize a Tag Sale
Spring is here, which means throwing open the closet doors, pulling out under-the-bed storage, and clearing the kitchen cabinets. Instead of throwing items away, share the wealth by holding a tag sale.