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!!
Prior to moving, make sure you...
Obtain
- Estimates from professional movers.
- Residential information 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 ultitilies to be shut off in your current location.
- Get any refunds or deposits.
- Arrange for connections in new location and transfer accounts.
Obtain
- Ask for referrals and transfer prescriptions.
- Obtain medical records.
- Have prescriptions filled.
Schools
- Obtain copy of school records
Pets
- Change information on tags, licenses, etc.