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Relocating, whether it's just down the block or to a different state, involves numerous details that can easily be overlooked. Our detailed moving checklist offers insightful tips to ensure you remain organized and in charge throughout the process.

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MOVING CHECKLIST COVERING THE BASICS

1. 8 WEEKS PRIOR

Make any home repairs that you have committed to making.
Organize & transfer records to places that need to be contacted.
Plan how you will move vehicles, plants, pets & valuables.
Plan your moving method (licensed & insured professional movers or self-moving) & get 3 estimates.
Research storage facilities if needed.
Return borrowed, checked-out & rented items.
Schedule disconnection/connection of utilities at old & new home.
Sell, donate or host a garage sale of items you don’t want or need.
Start using up food you have stored so there is less to move.
Take photos & inventory of current home & important items.
Talk with your accountant, insurance broker, or employer to see if any
expenses are tax deductible, covered, or reimbursable.

2. 4 WEEKS PRIOR

Arrange for a babysitter or pet care on move day.
Arrange for personal/family travel (air, hotel, car rental).
Arrange for the care of plants & other delicate items.
Ask movers if there are any items they are not able to move.
Clear off worktables & place rakes, shovels & hoses in one location.
Drain the oil & gasoline from lawnmower & power tools.
Contact insurance agent to transfer property & auto insurance.
Finalize moving method & make necessary arrangements.
Finalize property contract, leases, payments, deposits, or refunds.
Arrange cleaning & repair of carpets, drapery & furniture.
Research healthcare professionals/places of interest in your new location.
Take your vehicle(s) in for a tune-up, especially if you are traveling far.

3. MOVE DAY

Eat a healthy breakfast.
Go early to pick up the truck if you rented one & make sure you have a
padlock for the truck.
Unless your pets are in boarding, confine your pets to an out-of-the-
way room so they aren’t agitated by the activity.
Record all utility meter readings upon departure & upon arrival.
Take movers/helpers through the house to inform them of what to take,
what to leave, take inventory & sign bill of lading. Confirm new address.
Have drinks & snacks to give movers/volunteers.
Have payment on hand for moving/cleaning charges. If you wish
to pay by credit card, have that set up prior to the move. Have cash on
hand for tips.
Leave your contact info for new residents to forward mail.
Take a final look: lights are off, furnace/AC is off, water is off, closets
are checked, windows & exteriors are closed & locked.
Replace locks if necessary & make at least 2 copies of your new keys.
Leave garage door openers/old house keys.
Clean the new house as needed (especially where furniture will be
going). Clean the old house for the new tenants.
Perform an initial inspection, note all damages, take photographs if needed.
Make sure all utilities have been disconnected & connected respectively & all bills are current.
Check for damages while unpacking - be aware of the deadline for insurance
claims.
After you are moved in, update your home inventory including photos of
rooms.
Keep copies of the bill of lading & inventory sheet until your possessions
are delivered, the charges are paid, and any claims are settled.
To prevent damage, avoid using equipment & appliances 24 hours after
delivery - allowing them time to adjust to room temperature.

4. CHANGE OF ADDRESS/CANCELLATION OF SERVICE

Friends & Family
Employers
Bank/Credit Cards/Store Cards
Magazines, Newspapers & Periodicals
Government Agencies - IRS, Social Security, DMV, Voter Registration
Home Services - Pool, Gardeners, Pest Control, Housekeepers, Water & Laundry
Insurance - Auto, Home, Medical & Life
Memberships - Tennis, Golf & Gym
Physicians - Doctors, Dentists, Opticians, Specialists & Vets
Professionals - Accountant, Lawyer, Stockbrokers, Pension & Loan Broker
Schools & Religious Organizations
Subscriptions - Netflix, Meal Deliveries & Amazon

5. UTILITIES

Cable
Internet
Electric
Refuse
Phone

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