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Moving List

Please print these out and use them as a guide before, during and after your move.

TWO MONTHS BEFORE

___	List possessions.
___	Remove unnecessary items from attic, basement, closets and other storage areas.
___	Determine the items you want to keep, donate or sell.
___	Gather estimates from three moving companies.
___	Call insurance agent to find out if move is covered.
___	Create a file for moving papers and receipts.
___	Find out if any part of move is tax-deductible.
___	Arrange to have children's school records transferred.
___	Try to use things that won't be taken with you (cleaning supplies, frozen foods, etc).

IMPORTANT ITEMS TO GATHER FOR PACKING:

___	Boxes - Supermarkets and computer stores are good sources for these.
___	Plastic bags
___	Newspapers
___	Packing tape
___	Markers
___	Bubble wrap
___	Tissue paper

SIX WEEKS BEFORE

___	Get information on health-care professionals and hospitals near new home.
___	Complete a change of address card at the post office for the following:
	___ Banks
	___ Charge cards
	___ Doctors and dentists/HMO
	___ Friends and relatives
	___ IRS/Social Security Administration
	___ Insurance broker, lawyer, CPA and stockbroker
	___ Religious organizations
	___ Magazines
	___ Schools
___	Hold a garage sale or donate items to charities.
___	Choose moving company - ask them about insurance coverage.

ONE MONTH BEFORE

___	Begin packing.
___	Contact gas, electric, water, telephone, cable TV, trash collection and other services for disconnect at current home and connect at new home. Ask for final billings.
___	Notify gardener and others who work regularly on home.
___	Request refunds on unused renter's/homeowner's insurance and any prepaid services.
___	Notify landlord and request security deposit refund.
___	Contact insurance companies (auto, homeowner's, medical and life) to arrange for coverage in new home.

THREE WEEKS BEFORE

___ Notify Department of Motor Vehicles of new address.

___ Arrange for childcare on moving day.

TWO WEEKS BEFORE

___ Review arrangements with moving company.

___ Arrange special transport for pets, plants, jewelry and other delicate items.

___ Service car if planning a long trip.

___ Cancel newspaper delivery.

___ Get a copy of pet records from veterinarian.

ONE WEEK BEFORE

___ Pick up dry cleaning, return library books, rented videos, etc. Settle all outstanding bills with local retailers.

___ Have two weeks' of prescription medication, if necessary.

___ Drain gas and oil from power equipment.

___ Prepare detailed directions to both old and new homes for moving company. Include an itinerary with emergency numbers.

A FEW DAYS BEFORE

___ Finish packing.

___ Defrost refrigerators and freezers.

___ Disconnect all major appliances.

___ Contact moving company for any updates.

___ Pack first night items. Include sheets, towels, toiletries, phone, alarm clock, change of clothes and flashlight.

MOVING DAY

___ Be home to answer any questions mover may have.

___ Record all utility meter readings.

___ Stay until movers are finished.

___ Complete information on bill of lading and carefully read document and inventory sheet prior to signing.

___ Keep copies of bill of lading and inventory until your possessions are delivered, the charges are paid, and any claims are settled.

___ Take one final look around.

___ Give movers the directions to new home and an emergency number (like a cell phone number).

AT YOUR NEW HOME

___ Be at new home to welcome the movers and to answer any questions.

___ Unpack first night items.

___ Reconcile items with inventory sheet.

___ Check for damaged or missing items.

___ Pay for movers.

___ Place moving and other important documents in a safe place.

___ Go to the post office and collect held mail.

___ Welcome Home!

PACKING TIPS FOR YOUR MOVE

___ Label boxes as you pack them including where they should go in your new home.

___ Pack heavy items in small boxes.

___ Wrap breakables in newspaper, bubble wrap, clothes or towels.

___ Leave lamps, china, artwork and other breakables for professional movers to pack.

___ Don't overstuff boxes, leave some extra room at the top.

___ Never pack jewelry, important papers or medicine.

___ Tape cords underneath all electrical appliances.

___ Don't tape furniture doors and drawers - tape damages them.