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<p>May 7, 2018</p>
<p>The infographic below illustrates the various decluttering trends of the millennial, Gen-X and baby boomer generations, including how they view minimalism. Learn about how Americans move, store and get rid of their belongings, according to Mayflower&#8217;s 2018 Movers Insights Study.</p>
<p><strong>Which one do you identify with?</strong></p>
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<h4><a href="https://www.mayflower.com/newsroom/decluttering-across-generations-press-release">Read More About the Study </a></h4>
<p>Read Mayflower&#8217;s 2018 Movers Insights Study, including the full study, data points and media contacts.</p>
<h4>Top 5 Things That Keep People From Decluttering</h4>
<p>Check out this quick video that highlights the reasons why Americans can&#8217;t seem to get rid of their stuff.</p>
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We all have things that we just can't seem to get rid of. According to the 2018 Mayflower Movers Insights Study, these are the Top 5 Things That Prevent People From Decluttering Their Homes:  1. I might need this item on day 2. This item has sentimental value  3. My spouse/partner and I cannot agree on what to get rid of 4. I feel guilty getting rid of gifts  5. I feel guilty getting rid of items that I own  To learn more about decluttering trends across Millennials, Generation-X and Baby Boomers, including minimalism, see Mayflower's 2018 Movers Insights Study here:  https://mayflowerc.wpenginepowered.com/tips/movers-insights/minimalism-and-decluttering-in-millennials  Mayflower offers moving services and, each year, performs a study to provide valuable information about people's moving habits and living trends. https://mayflowerc.wpenginepowered.com

Infographic – Decluttering Trends Across Generations

Read More About the Study

Top 5 Things That Keep People From Decluttering

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