Moving Tips
The key to a smooth, uneventful move is planning and
organization. The following is a checklist to help you keep track of
what you need to do. Remember, the sooner you get started, the easier
your move will be!
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Prior to moving, make sure you...
Obtain
- Estimates from professional movers
- Residential information packet from the Chamber of Commerce in your new area
- Packing materials such as bubble wrap, packing peanuts, newspaper, various size boxes,and tape
Measure your furniture
- Decide where each piece will be placed in your new home and make floor plans
Inventory your possessions
- Decide what to take with you and what to sell or give away
- Have a Garage Sale
Address Change
- Give forwarding address to post office
Notify
- Insurance company; auto, health, life, fire
- Charge accounts, credit cards
- Subscriptions
- Relatives and friends
Banking
- Arrange for a checking account in new community and transfer accounts
Utility Companies
- Arrange for utilities to be shut off in your current location
- Get any refunds of deposits
- Arrange for connections in new location and transfer accounts
Medical
- Ask for referrals and transfer prescriptions
- Obtain medical records
- Have prescriptions filled
Schools
- Obtain copies of school records
Pets
- Change information on tags, licenses, etc.