What happens to the things we love–and leave behind
New research reveals what people really want to happen to inherited belongings — and what actually does.

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How to handle generational clutter: Jose Ruiz on letting go
When Jose Ruiz started documenting the emotional journey of decluttering his parents' home, his honesty went viral, touching millions. We sat down with Jose to discuss navigating generational clutter, building a supportive community, and how 1-800-GOT-JUNK? helped his family finally make space for peace and a fresh start.

Hack The Entrepreneur Podcast (2018): How to make things better with Brian Scudamore
How does a high school dropout turn a $700 beat-up truck into a junk removal empire? Discover the key strategies—including robust systems and a vivid vision—that took 1-800-GOT-JUNK? from a local hauling route to a global household name.

Mixergy Podcast (2014): How Brian Scudamore built the world’s largest junk removal company with $700 and a pickup truck
How does a high school dropout turn a $700 beat-up truck into a junk removal empire? Discover the key strategies—including robust systems and a vivid vision—that took 1-800-GOT-JUNK? from a local hauling route to a global household name.

Brian Scudamore returns to CBC’s Dragons’ Den for Season 21!
1-800-GOT-JUNK? Founder and CEO Brian Scudamore knows what it takes to build a business from the ground up. What started with a single $700 truck has grown into approximately 150 locations across Canada, the United States, and Australia. Now, he’s returning to CBC’s Dragons' Den for Season 21 to invest in the next generation of passionate entrepreneurs!

Top 5 reasons storage units aren’t worth it
Think storage units are a lifesaver? They might actually be an expensive trap. While they seem like a quick fix for clutter, these temporary spaces often turn into long-term financial sinkholes for items you’ll never use again. From hidden monthly costs to the lingering mental load, discover five eye-opening reasons why renting a storage unit isn’t worth it.





