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Do you have something that needs to be returned to someone? Whether it is a library book, serving bowl, or DVD, there is probably something that needs to get out of your house and be returned to the proper owner. It feels great to return an item to the store for a refund. Credit on your credit card or cash back in your pocket for returns is instant gratification.

During this 10-Minute Tidy, gather the items that need to be returned and take them out to your car. You may also want to schedule a time to run these errands. Or, you may be able to incorporate a return while on another errand. For instance, you may be able to give a serving bowl back when you pick up your kids at school. Books for the library can be stored in a particular book bag so that they are easy to identify. Videos can be returned on the way to or from the grocery store.

Stores appreciate it when you bring a return or exchange item in their store bag. They also often require a receipt. Don’t despair if you can’t find the receipt; stores will often offer an exchange rather than a refund if you can not find the receipt.

You may also have things that need to be “Returned to Sender.”

For example, Netflix DVDs, impulsive Internet purchases, or something in the wrong size are all “Return to Sender” items. It is important to schedule a time when you can ship these parcels back to their sender. Many large department, grocery, or drug stores also have Mailing Centers, which are open much later than the post office so you have more options for late night returns.

It feels great to be able to get several of these mundane tasks accomplished. You have freed up both physical and psychic space by completing all your returns. Now you might even have more money in your pocket or have reduced your credit card bill! Congratulations!