With a lot of things in life, a little bit of prep and organization beforehand can eliminate unnecessary stress. Here are some tips from the professionals on how to stay organized and prepare for a home renovation. 
First, Create a budget
This needs to be done before any work commences. If you have a contractor, talk with them about each cost associated with the project. Once you have all the costs, create a budget and remember to add some padding for any financial costs that might pop up unexpectedly. If the total of your budget is more than what you planned on shelling out, go back to the drawing board and try to cut out some lower-property items.
Make a detailed schedule
Before getting too far into your project, take a look at your target dates and go over them with your contractor. If you are renovating your kitchen, highlight the dates that you might not be able to have access to the kitchen.
Organize paperwork
Keep everything and keep it in a safe place! Things to keep in a safe place are forms, documents, purchase receipts and warranties. Also so the project is not held up, know your HOA permit requirements if you have any.
Prepare for changes in daily routines
If you have a bathroom that is under construction, you will need to make sure that everyone has a shower and access to running water. As mentioned before, if your kitchen is being renovated, you will want to make a plan for meal times.
Sort belongings
Go through your items and decide what will not be needed during your renovation. You will want to have easy access to clothes and toiletries. An example would be if your bedroom is being renovated, have enough clothing set aside to last while you are renovating.
Renovations can be exciting and stressful, but if you plan ahead and organize yourself you can focus on more exciting aspects such as choosing paint colors or flooring. A good idea, if you have a real estate agent or know of a local real estate agent, give them a call to get advice on what might and might not add value to your home.
