Make arrangements with a moving company or reserve moving truck.
Make travel arrangements, if necessary, with airlines, buses, car rental agencies, and hotels.
Transfer memberships in churches, clubs, and civic organizations.
Obtain medical and dental records, X-rays, and prescription histories. Ask your doctor and dentist for referrals and transfer prescriptions.
Set up a bank account in your new city.
Check into the laws and requirements of your new city regarding home-based business, professional tests, business licenses, and any special laws that might pertain to you.
Take inventory of your belongings before they’re packed, in the event you need to file an insurance claim later. If you’re using NetMOVE, Inc for a local, long-distance, or international move, we take full inventory and code each item that is professionally packed.
Make arrangements for transporting pets.
Start using up food items, so that there is less to pack and possibly spoil.
One to Two Weeks Before Moving
Switch utility services to the new address. Inform electric, garbage, water, newspaper, magazine subscription, and telephone and cable companies of your move.
Arrange for help on moving day.
Confirm travel reservations.
Reserve elevator if moving from condo.
Clean rugs and clothing and have them wrapped for moving.
Plan ahead for special needs of infants.
Close bank accounts and have your funds wired to your new bank. Before closing, be sure there are no outstanding checks or automatic payments that haven’t been processed.
Collect valuables from safe deposit box. Make copies of any important documents before mailing or hand-carry them to your new address.
Check with your insurance agent to ensure you’ll be covered through your homeowner’s or renter’s policy during the move.
Defrost freezer and refrigerator. Place deodorizer inside to control odors.
Give a close friend or relative your travel route and schedule so you may be reached if needed.
On Moving Day
Rule # 1: If you have a home phone DO NOT DISCONNECT IT: it is very important not to cancel phone service until after we move you out. If we need to call you to confirm the day before or the morning of the move, you need to keep your phone connected.
Double-check closets, drawers, shelves, attic, and garage to be sure they are empty
Carry important documents, currency, and jewelry yourself, or use registered mail.
Arriving at Your New Home
Renew your driver’s license, auto registration, and tags.
Shop around for new insurance policies, especially auto coverage.
Revise your will and other legal papers to avoid longer probate and higher legal fees.
Locate the hospitals, police stations, veterinarians, and fire stations near your home.
