4 weeks before you move |
2 Weeks before you move |
| Discard or sell anything you don't really
need. |
Collect all clothing and items from
the Dry Cleaner. |
| Make a list of the items you wish to move. |
Have all medical prescriptions refilled and
confirm that they are refillable at your new destination. Disconnect utility services. |
| Collect packing cartons for those items you
want to pack personally. |
Have your bank transfer your accounts and
release your safe deposit box. |
| Inform the Post Office and complete a
Change of Address card. |
Make arrangements to have special
appliances serviced for move. |
| Prepare list of address change notices. |
1
Week before you move |
| Circulate your change of address to friends
and businesses. |
Dispose of all flammables and explosives. |
| Have your W-2s and other tax forms
forwarded. |
Pack suitcases. Include all items you will
need until your shipment arrives. |
| If this is a permanent move-clear any
unpaid tax assessments. |
Select games and books to occupy children
while traveling. |
| Arrange for transfer of all medical and
dental records to your new location. |
If travelling with children, arrange for
baby sitter for moving day so that personal attention can be given to the move. |
| Transfer all insurance records to your new
location. |
The
Day Before |
| Check auto licensing requirements for your
destination. |
Finish packing personal belongings. |
| Transfer school records to new school. |
Empty and defrost your refrigerator and
freezer and let them air out for at least 24 hours. Also clean and air out your stove. |
| Arrange for transfer of jewelry and
important documents. |
|
| Close charge accounts. |
| Arrange for shipment of pets and
immunization records. |
| Make travel plans. |
| Make hotel reservations and note to confirm
before departure. |
Helpful Moving Hints and Packing Tips