Create a Moving Binder. This can be a physical binder, or Google Drive folder! This is where you’ll keep all your to-do lists, receipts, contracts and any other files you need for your move.
Decide on a moving budget.
Get Estimates from at least 3 moving companies.
Request time off for moving day
Plan to get rid of items you don’t need
Garage Sale
Donations
Trash
Create a Room-By
Room inventory for insurance
Research and choose schools and doctors
Request transcripts for your kids, get medical records for the whole family
Get updated pet records, find out if you will need to license your pet in your new home
Back Up Computers, Files and Photos
Organize and pack financial and legal records, and make sure you have copies in case anything happens to them
Confirm your move in day with your real estate agent
Confirm moving day plans with your moving company Begin packing in earnest
Create a list of the items in each box, and keep it in your moving binder
Return library books and anything you’ve borrowed from friends
Collect anything you’ve loaned to friends, things in storage and anything you have in safety deposit boxes
Discontinue regular services like newspaper delivery, trash pick-up and lawn service.
Schedule servicing for any appliances that are moving with you
Make a moving plan for large items, such as your swing set, trampoline and satellite TV antenna
If you have house plants, decide how they will be shipped Make a “Moving Day Bag”
Include snacks for the drive, clothes, medications, toiletries and any electronics you will need. These will go with you, not on the truck!
Confirm the end date for utilities, phone and tv services at your current residence.
Confirm the start date for services in your new home!
Cancel or transfer your gym membership Start using up food in your pantry and freezer.
Don’t buy much at the store right now; you don’t want to have to throw out food on moving day, or pay extra to move nonperishable foods.
Arrange for child and pet care during your move to keep them safe and happy
Have your mail forwarded
Clean outdoor furniture and bring it inside, so it is clean for the move.
Have a moving party! Celebrate with friends about this new chapter in your life!
Important: DISPOSE of flammable items, bleach, cleaning fluids and aerosol cans. DO NOT pack these.
For Social Security Beneficiaries: change your address for benefits within 10 days of moving by notifying the SSA, the department of Veterans Affairs and the IRS
