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(NewsUSA) - As another rousing chorus of "Auld Lang Syne" rises up amongst partygoers this New Year's, many will be thinking about turning over a new leaf in their exercise routines and eating habits. But there's another personal goal that many can feel good about achieving throughout the new year - better housecleaning. If you've resolved to de-clutter your life or re-organize your home in the new year, the cleaning experts at Merry Maids have some helpful tips to help you succeed.

* Tackle your closet. Most homes have at least one closet that's brimming with clothes that haven't been worn for months. Clean out the space by getting rid of any clothing, shoes or purses that haven't been worn or used in the past year. Help someone else have a better new year by donating items to a local charity, or add them to your garage sale pile.

* Use the Web. Join the world market from your home, and find buyers for items that you don't need or haven't used in a while. Turn your unwanted items into someone else's treasure, and make a little extra cash by taking advantage of online auction Web sites.

* Get down while you clean up. It's the truth -; sometimes cleaning is just not fun. Make things easier by putting on your favorite CD to help change your outlook and boost your energy level. A few extra steps and squats in the name of cleaning could also help with that other popular New Year's resolution -; weight loss.

* Have a plan. Daunted by big cleaning projects? Divide and conquer by assigning yourself a task or room a day. Keep a checklist. The progress you make will encourage you as you tackle the rest of your projects and cross things off your list.

* Get help. Many people simply don't have the time to keep their home as tidy as they'd like. If cleaning from top to bottom every other week is too much to ask, consider calling in help from the experts at Merry Maids. They can take care of the work and sweep the guilt away. For more information, visit http://www.MerryMaids.com.