How to organize your files: My Freedom Filer Experience

[@DoItOnaDime]

I did initially, but then I decided against buying colored folders. They are more expensive, and in the event that I continue to add tabs, I didn't want to have to try to match the colors just right (so few come in a package). I find that it works perfectly well with the economical, green folders, and the color coding is still very clear with the stickers. That's just my 2 cents.

[@DoItOnaDime]

I'm totally the same way...I want to hold on to everything "just in case" so that's part of the reason I like this system so much. It forces you to purge and keep only what you really need!

[@workinprogressjess1099]

Omg I love watching your older videos! You mentioned freedom filer in your newest video so I searched on YT and found this! 🥰 I absolutely love seeing how you began to now. This is so inspiring for aspiring creators ❤

[@sharisp2]

Omg, watching this video right now and when you opened the first 'before' drawer, I thought, that is EXACTLY what my filing drawers look like! Can't wait to see the after!

[@my2jedi]

I have been purging papers for a few weeks, but hadn't decided on how to set everything up again. I have to keep track of myself, husband, and two boys. One is just graduating college and I really want to get him started on the right track. This is perfect, for him and the rest of us! Thanks so much!

[@DoItOnaDime]

Thanks, Judy! Good for you for taking the first steps. Happy organizing!

[@DoItOnaDime]

will do :) it's in the works and should be posted soon. thanks for commenting! :)

[@esperanca2012]

I actually just recently bought the Freedom Filer system as well after doing research and having it come up in some of my favorite blogs. I'm at the painful stage of having to purge and kind of procrastinating because of the "pains" that will result from the process! LOL! You have inspired me to get a move on. Thanks!

[@JudyZavislak]

I LOVE your channel, and I MUST buy this! My filing cabinet looks EXACTLY like yours! The only exception is that I've taken ONE step towards organizing myself by putting my bills into two large binders with pockets for the month due. It's self purging because I throw away everything that is in the month (from last year) before I put anything NEW into that month! My next step is to TOTALLY upgrade my filing system, and this is EXACTLY what I need! Thanks so much!

[@26alexther]

Did not notice I have been following for years. I'm going through my saved videos organizing them 😁😊 . You are just wonderful organizing

[@tariblevins955]

Perfect that this is in my feed again before the new year. Thanks 😊

[@colombepetite]

Alejandra inspired me to get the Freedom Filer also, but it is so great that you two have two different ways of using them. I can't wait until my files are self purging! Great video!

[@DoItOnaDime]

It took hours to go through, but so worth it. Good luck with your files!!! You can do it! :)

[@DoItOnaDime]

good for you for keeping track of your finances so closely. i wish more people knew about the system, because as you've pointed out...it does save so much time! :)

[@dwdw4499]

I have to tell both of you, what an Amazing system! You count your blesses Hubby Your Wife has done it all for you! Who doesn't mind someone putting paper work such as files Completely Organized for... the both of you! You know he loves it, like you said. I just purchase our filing cabinet a while agoooo, and it's in the basement since it's purchase, needless to say completely in chaos!!! I'm a stay home dad Whoa! With laundry, dishes, ironing, vacuuming, washing toilets, feeding the kids, driving them to their volleyball games, now that it's winter. There's soccer games/practices in the summer, with a couple of weeks for them at camp, guitar lessons, our daughter was doing dance for a short while. Before they were as old as they are now, it was swimming lessons/ power staking., my list of things, to keep track of goes on for Ever... I really need to get down stairs and sort that cabinet OUT! Can't keep everything on my phone.... Now.. I was thinking Hubby.. you'd best keep in mind Diamonds are the best thing to show your appreciation for all she does for you. Great as it is to hold the video cam, diamonds go along ways. Oh! when the kids come along get ready for an Amazing ride, the ups and downs. Enjoy! thank you for your video.

[@vapurl9330]

I have two filing cabinets that look like your "before". I am absolutely going to get the Freedom Filer system. Great information!

[@krism4307]

I am literally doing all my files tomorrow!! All have been pulled from the drawers in baskets. I have my freedom files labeled in the drawers ready to purge old extras and refile in the new files!! Perfect timing finding your video. Thanks!! Great motivation!! ;)

[@woobalicious]

OMG I am SOOO glad I stumbled onto your videos - I have been trying to get my file cabinet organized for so long. Definitely gonna get this system. Thanks a million!!!! Michele

[@lindabelardes5971]

Loved your video. You made it user friendly. I've watched some others and I have to say they made it seem a little more complicated and pretty. Thank you for being down to earth. I ordered my system. I can't wait!!!

[@DoItOnaDime]

Hey there :) I know how it feels to tackle big tasks like that! It will feel soooo good when it's done. I am going to film a video soon of my mail organization, and my process once it comes in the door (I have a pre-file before I officially file it away at the end of the week). I've been planning on filming it for a while, but your request bumped it to the top of my list! Good luck :)

[@AdrienneDennison]

That is helpful. My color loving side was wanting to buy cute folders but my practical budget side said no way! Thanks for posting the video. It really helped!

[@vieira105]

Hi I just ordered the freedomfiler I’m so excited and your video has encouraged me on fixing up my messy filing cabinet. It’s so unorganized. Can’t wait for it to come in the mail. Thank you!!! ❤️

[@angelaavalon]

I just got freedom filer based on your recommendation. So far so good. I needed a filing system at all because our house flooded a year ago and all of our papers got tossed into boxes in a big mess. I've so far spent one night going through several of the boxes, but there is still a lot to do!

[@Editproductions17]

I just came across this video after watching your current ones as I have the hardest time with papers and filing that works. It really helped to see the before of your filing system and mine looks a lot similar and I don't like it. It looked a lot neater with the new system and I find the color codes are so helpful to get to what you are looking for much faster! The only part that I don't know if it may work for me with this system is filing receipts by month. I am pretty sure I won't remember very well when I purchased something as much as I will remember where I purchased it from, thus I have been using a filing system by store name, but it does take up a lot more room. I would definitely have to try it to see if that part would be a problem for me. And I love your long hair! It looks so great on you!

[@kimhouser3952]

Just now found this! 2017, can't wait to get started on this system! TFS!!!!

[@DoItOnaDime]

Thank you :) Good luck with your files!

[@sable747]

I thought color coding might be more of a hassle later and I was shocked how expensive the folders are !! Thank you!!

[@Lass07Celtic]

I get a new wall calendar for my kitchen every year. I find if I save them I have a quick reference I can use when I need to remember a date.

[@alotan2acs]

The philosophy of this file system makes a lot of sense. How has it been working practically? It's now 2015 so you've been using it for nearly 2 "cycles" now. Is it still keeping things organized? Has clutter started building up? Really interested to know how it's been working for you.

[@Editproductions17]

alotan2acs I wonder the same. :)

[@Luralu85]

+alotan2acs I've been wondering that also. Nothing on Kathryn, she seems incredibly good with things. :) Th only issue I've found is, the monthly files, then itemizing. My issue. I'll have all the monthly's out, then I itemize for "electric & fuel", "credit cards". etc. (Just like what she said lol! Not sure there's a need to, we don't own a business, so probably no.) Just another wonder-er. Thanks for this video Kathryn!! :) And thanks for the help!

[@DoItOnaDime]

+alotan2acs It's amazing!! Still LOVE IT. Best office decision we made in a long time. Here is a more updated video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZusmWOuoZZ4frM

[@princeofdarknessxyz1]

i kinda want to use a notebook to organize my bills, taxes, etc...what ya think? and what is your advice to organize 10,000 computer files?

[@gemaffs]

Do It On A Dime is there a way I can order so you can get credit or $$?

[@dandow779]

Did you ever post a video on how you organize your coupons? You mention it in here...but after searching (and spending an hour watching several other videos ;) I can't find it. If you haven't, I would LOVE to see that...and I am pretty sure others would too. Thank you for sharing your great ideas with all of us!

[@suzied.2719]

I see you posted this video 1 year ago. Have you been able to keep up with the purging part.....I am thinking about buying the freedom filer. Do you still recommend the system? Thank you in advance ..Suzie

[@robicorbin]

Love your filing system!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@ArtzFenix]

Interesting system. I think as we move forward technologically scanners, OCR software (to make docs searchable) and computers files (whether on your own PC or in the cloud) will one day make much of that paper chase a thing of the past. Thanks for sharing

[@DoItOnaDime]

Yay! You can do it! Good luck! :)

[@scrubby261]

please do a video about couponing I would love to know how to get a system going will definitely check out the freedom file thanks for posting

[@lalaj2065]

Can we have an update for this system?

[@Sophia8983]

I use the freedom filing system too and I love it. Thanks. I found it from Alejandra Castello. She is good too.

[@feezya]

wow! this is a really great system. how do you categorize what goes under different color ie permanent, yearly, replaceable when put new ones etc..

[@katherinneribeiro]

Het,I dont know if its too much to ask but u Said That we can make it Our own,because I lieve I Belguim I want to adapt to Our needs.can u maybe ,when u have a chance make a video a diy video?Please?!thanks a lot!x

[@quirkysaucy]

How’s it working for you years later?

[@jcepri]

I so need this system, but I have a question. They have two sizes, 1/3 and 1/5. It looks like you have the 1/3 one where you can put the folders inside the hanging folders. With the other one, the 1/5 one, you put all of the papers inside the hanging file. Do you recommend the one you have over the other one? Thanks for this great video!

[@bev-leejohnson4549]

I bought a 2 drawer vertical hanging file cabinet and have been researching everywhere for answers on what size folder to use. The only thing I can find on size is 3 tab or five, letter or legal. I have 2 different folders neither fit. Any help greatly appreciated. When I open the drawer the folder will be hanging facing me with the hooks on left and right sides of the drawer.

[@ginetsl4767]

Great video!!! I'll use it as a guide for organizing my filing cabinet at home. I have a question: how did you label the front of your second drawer? It's hard to see on the video. Thanks!!!

[@HowJenDoesIt]

This is a great system!

[@greenviralinvasion]

Hi, I am in love with this system. Thank you for explaining it!! I have been unhappy with our file system for a while, it's all jumble-y and have wanted to clean it up for a while but didn't know what to do. My only question is how do you organize your manuals and product info for appliances?? I have my in the bottom of my file cabinet in folders but they are way to much and are a crazy mess! We have a lot of baby items that we are keeping the manuals for and also general appliances.

[@amandawoods4147]

Hi there, watching your videos really helps me a lot. Thank you! Can you please tell How you made the Home check list that you have mentioned in your previous videos. We are moving to our new home quite soon, so I might need that check list. Appreciate if you can send me. Thank a Bunch.

[@sable747]

Hi! I'm a new subscriber. I'm currently turning our home office into a nursery. I've already spent hours shredding useless papers that we thought we needed to keep! Do you have any tips for mail sorting into the file system? I'm not sure where we're going to keep our file cabinets. They might have to go in a hallway. We also just bought a fireproof safe that has room for permanant files. We have a ton of bills and papers stacked up on the kitchen counter because we're in transition!

[@SimplyJoyful]

Curious .. are you still using this system... do you it for business as well? We are self employed and wonder if this would work for us for business as well thank you for any input of information you can provide :)

[@lucieyin]

Hi there, I'm a newbie to your channel and I'm loving it. Thank you for all the great tips, they are saving me lots of time and money. I'm thinking about buying the Freedom Filer for quite some times now, but I can't decide which one to get. Would you recommend the deluxe or premium ? Thank you very much.

[@ready2cworld997]

Oh my goodness! Your voice is so different! 🤣❤Love it! This popped up as I was searching for new ideas to help my husband stay organized with construction business files.

[@lalaj2065]

Please an update ❤🙏

[@Luralu85]

(Not sure if someone else may have asked this, sorry if so) Just saw your receipt organizing. Awesome. :) On your filing, I'm thinking this is just a strictly "personal preference" idea, but curious on your reasoning with putting all your labels in a row (for each category)? I watched the Home Organizing channel with how she did it. I haven't yet asked her this, only thought of it just now. :) This is my first year with this filing system (after both your videos) Thanks so much! :) :)

[@Betcaligarcia]

Because I live in Florida I have an emergency binder with super important

[@Revitalsan]

Thanks so much for that info. Was very helpful.

[@niama07pr]

Do you think I should keep my college financial aid paper work or should I shred it? Should I keep it in Education file?

[@stacybug05]

Did you purchase the system with the internal files? Or does it come with internal file tabs? Or do I have to purchase the additional kit? I'm confused.

[@joools1953]

What a great system. And how sad (for me) that it's not available for purchase in Australia. :-(

[@imthemomster4278]

What about if you order from amazon?

[@joools1953]

Thanks for the suggestion but they won't send this item to Australia. :-(

[@imthemomster4278]

Well that's crappy! I guess you just need an American friend who will let you ship it to them and then they mail it to you lol.

[@sable747]

how did you decide what color file folders to get? did you think about color coding the hanging folders with the labels? I bought the freedom filer, but now I'm stuck in indecision on what color hanging files to buy!!

[@tmendoza-s6756]

Just a random question not sure if you mentioned it in your video and i missed it; but where did you buy this ? was it online ?

[@PinkBellaMia]

This is so awesome I need one!!!!

[@flygirl52]

I want to find a place holder so that when I pull files out of a file cabinet, it is easy to find where to put it back in the drawer. Is there a name for such a thing? Anyone got suggestions? I think they used to have these with the old library card catalogue system too.

[@sherrysink3177]

Thanks for making this clear and helpful video. I know you made it a long time ago, but I just got some Freedom Filer folders and was curious to see it in action so that I could wrap my head around how it all works. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'm actually kind of excited to clean out my file cabinet! *GRIN

[@alexanderamaral6956]

I love this video, you are so sweet!!

[@dorisampofowah4298]

Thanks for sharing is very helpful!!

[@DoItOnaDime]

Just search my channel under coupon organization...I explain everything in the video :)

[@mhernandez3269]

don't forget to do the coupon video,please am still waiting and your video is awesome

[@codework-vb6er]

Store the purge documents into a carboard file box and store them out of sight, just in case you need them say a tax audit.

[@ljolivet1777]

Are the only odd & even year files for tax docs?

[@ajohnson7735]

Great video, Good Ideas, can't wait to see how u do the Coupons, Thanks for uploading this... ajohnson

[@kennacarr778]

I’m gonna buy one for my mom!!

[@tatheer1662]

Tht is just so perfect thanks

[@Jujubeads74]

Is there a discount code?

[@mikebaker4531]

Sorry, I hit dislike, but I meant to like the video. I plan to show it to my mother to help out her files; she needs this self recycling system!! Thanks!

[@Patriotman54]

where do get this ?

[@KeithGreenshields]

Very good TY

[@rodneymarois9445]

what would u do with gas if u dont pay it it has that file label ? or pets file

[@linbron2018]

It’s 2018 are you still using this system????

[@SuSyAngels787]

Lin Bron i wonder the Same... she did an updated video in 2015 (actually that video is the one i saw first 😂) but i still want to know if she still using it. if it still works wonders for Her......

[@maitei7]

She is, just did an updated version this year (2018). I'm here seeing how it started lol

[@alialsoudani1172]

WEDNESDAY APR 15

[@sandrag9097]

What does your husband do for a living?

[@starsarahh]

freedom filer costs over forty dollars on amazon.... a little steep for me. HOWEVER freedom filer has a clip of how it works, on youtube, and after watching that clip, you can buy cheap stuff and build a system that works the same way... for 30 dollars less.

[@ebh9163]

Save trees and time.. Go paperless for bills at least

[@louietoltolvlog9699]

good video, but she sounds so loud....but I see her husband still loves her...

[@rodneymarois9445]

I dont have pets or pay gas bills

[@ezswan]

camera quality is crap and i cant even see what the labels say.

[@Betcaligarcia]

Oh no I throw everything away

[@JustBeYouooh]

Bloody hell your voice is high pitch... Don't know how your husband puts up with it? Ear plugs? 😁

[@maryloujohnson9981]

You are so unkind, what are you a voice coach. What goes around, comes around.

[@donnettepink9100]

You talk too much get to the point