I know you're more concerned with making fixes to large issues, but to many of your players fixing the issues that revolve around decorating a home are very important.
For instance, think of all of the great games that exist.
Skyrim is one of the best because it is a game where you are free.
You can do nearly anything you want.
I believe that this specific issue with mechanics and items' saved locations is worth putting more thought and effort into fixing.
Keep your game limitless and allow for player to decorate and neatly display their feats.
How awesome would that be! -Thanks