We just went to an auction today. When we walked through the hous, I loved it. The bedrooms were still filled with the beds and basics.It showed the true size of the rooms and though all bedrooms were a bit on the small size,I could see that even though small they were very nicely done. The other rooms still have enough furniture to look airy and pleasant .So I would say get rid of clutter and still leave basic furniture. Just enough to get the fill of home.