Moving Tips

Moving Tips

A few hints to help with the moving experience. * Many people move on the first of the month and on weekends so be sure to make arrangements for movers or truck rentals a couple months in advance. * The closer you get to moving day the more hectic things may become. Plan ahead and do some of the things early, like sending change of address notes to friends, family etc. Other things you can do early include: * Decide what you will not move and have a yard sale or donate the items. Clean out the closets, garage, attic and basement. * Make a packing plan. * Have any needed service to your vehicle done. * Arrange for insurance and utilities for your new home. * Arrange for transfer of medical, dental, school and other records. * Plan transportation and care for any pets. * Set up your “packing station” and begin putting things there to get ready. * Set aside an area to put important documents and other items you will be keeping with you on moving day. As you come across an item, put it in that area. Also keep a pad of paper and pen there and list items you want to carry with you and check them off as you locate them. * Look through your bank statements to make a list of accounts to cancel and others to notify of your address change. * Return items you borrowed from friends and neighbors. * If you are moving to a new community set up a bank account there. * Plan to use food in the freezer and pantry so there will be less to pack and move. * Begin packing things you will not use before you move. Holiday decorations are a perfect example. Be sure to clearly label each box and list contents. Mark each box with your new home location.