Things to Remember When Moving

Prior to Leaving:

Address Change - Give forwarding address to:

• Post office
• Charge accounts, credit cards
• Subscriptions
• Relatives and friends

 

Insurance -  Notify your company of new location

 

Bank

• Arrange for check cashing in new city
• Transfer accounts
• Empty safe deposit box

 

Utility Companies

• Get any refunds or deposits
• Arrange for disconnections: gas, water, telephone, etc.

 

Medical, Dental, Prescription Histories

• Ask for referrals
• Transfer prescriptions, eyeglasses, x-rays, and medical records from health care professionals

 

Church/Civic Organizations

• Transfer memberships
• Get introductory letters

 

Schools

• Arrange for copies of school and medical records
• Register children in new school

 

Pets - Get information on tags, license, medical records, etc.

Things to Remember:

• Clean out freezer, plan food use
• Defrost freezer; use charcoal to absorb odor
• Service appliances, especially washer and dryer hoses
• Make arrangements for utilities, satellite and cable TV
• Clean clothing and rugs; have them moving-wrapped
• Plan with your moving counselor—insurance coverage
• Packing and unpacking labor, arrival day, shipping papers, time and method of expected payment
• Plan for special care of children

Moving Day:

• Clearly mark boxes you will need immediately
• Carry ample cash or travelers checks to cover expenses until a new account is set up
• Transport jewelry, documents and other valuables yourself or use registered mail
• Plan for pets travel and arrival to new area
• Alert close friend or relative of the route and schedule you will travel for emergencies
• Re-check closets, drawers, etc. to make sure they are empty
• Leave keys and garage door openers for new owners

At Your New Home:

• Get certified or cashiers check for closing
• Check on service of telephone, furnace, etc.
• Arrange for medical services
• Have new address recorded on driver’s license
• Apply for state’s driver’s license
• Call your Realtor for referrals