If using a mover: contact moving companies for cost and time estimates
If moving yourself: contact truck rental companies for cost estimate, millage / time allowed and insurance details
Create a floor plan sketch of new home for furniture placement (I can help you with this.)
Sell or donate unneeded pieces
Make a home inventory of major items and items with potential moving issues
Begin to remove clutter starting with the basement, attic and garage and out-buildings
Start a file of moving paperwork, records and expenses, may be used for possible tax credits and claims
For Kids: arrange to transfer school records
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For Family: arrange to transfer medical, dental and legal records; ask for referrals from current professionals
For Pets: transfer veterinary records. Have pets immunized, if necessary
Start coordinating getting your new home ready. Contact painters, carpenters, plumbers, roofers, etc. (I will gladly provide you with lists of qualified local companies.)
Banking: prepare to transfer financial and safety deposit box contents to new branch, or contact new banks for prospective new financial relationship(s)
Documents: be sure all personal, family and financial records are accounted for, including:
Birth certificates, passports, insurance, medical, dental, legal and academic records
Obtain missing documents from authorities
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Choose a moving or truck company and reserve your needed dates
If using a mover: confirm schedule with moving company
If moving yourself: reserve moving truck, ask friends to help or hire / reserve a moving team
Obtain and fill out post office change of address cards or do on-line. Use mail forwarding
File change of address with Federal Government (IRS, State Agencies, Revenue Canada)
Make arrangements for temporary storage if necessary
Get antiques and / or valuables appraised as necessary. Obtain rider insurance as needed
Order / obtain moving materials: boxes / containers, bubble wrap, packing tape markers and other supplies
Start To Pack: starting with off-season clothing, sports gear, holiday items and other items not in immediate use
Mark each packed box / container with a number, correlate box number to a master contents list and also note designated room on container.
Clean out closets and drawers
Start using food stuffs and supplies which cannot be moved
Advertise and hold a garage or moving sale
Donate items to charity organizations (old towels, sheets and blankets always needed at humane shelters)
Prepare antiques, collectables and plants needing extra special moving care
For Kids: arrange for special travel arrangements (i.e. flights, etc.)
For Pets: arrange for special travel arrangements (i.e. flights, etc.)
Notify family and friends of new address and move date
Schedule utility disconnections of all utility services at existing residence
Schedule utility connections for utility services at new residence
Communication: telephone, cable, internet, etc (Spectrum 866.309.3279 DirectTV 866.352.2106)
Utilities: gas, electricity (www.fpl.com) , water (in person at Palm Coast City Offices with proof of purchase, signed HUD statement)
Notice Of Change Address: banks, credit cards, magazines, employer, clubs, associations
Contact insurance company for moving coverage and transfer policy to new home
Reserve Elevators For Move: apartments / condos. See if moving permits are required
Hold second moving sale
Donate to charity (yes, you still have too much stuff)
Arrange for carpet and drapery cleaning, needed repairs to items remaining in current residence
Properly dispose of items that cannot be moved (paints, cleaners, propane, flammables)
Recycle electronics, plastics, metals, paper, etc.
Prepare vehicle and driver licensing and registrations (if moving out of state or Canada)
For Kids and Pets: arrange for care for moving day
Start a file for new homeowner (roof information, maintenance agreements, appliance manuals, etc.)
If Using A Mover: confirm moving truck. Confirm help with friends or moving team
Start packing ever-day items (continue marking each box / container)
Find a new home for plants or items that cannot be moved
Confirm travel arrangements
Pack A Travel Kit: put aside critical items beforehand
Financial: check book, credit cards, cash, traveler’s checks and / or foreign currency
Travel: passports, birth certificates, ID, keys, flashlight, tools, contract with moving company
Baby Care: diapers, stroller, car seat, medications, formula, clothing
Children: toys, medication, snacks, books, clothing
Kitchen: every-day dishes, utensils, food
Personal: bedding, clothing, toiletries, medication, bandages
Pack A Suitcase: have items on hand in case movers are delayed en route with belongings
Settle any outstanding obligations
If Using A Mover: let movers pack your belongings
If Moving Yourself: dismantle beds and large furniture. Continue packing items
Defrost refrigerator and freezer
Drain power equipment of oil and fuel
Drain water hoses and coil
Tape remote controls to electronics or pack in box and clearly label Label any special power / connection cords
Disconnect and prepare major appliances for move
Secure microwave turn-table and other appliance components
Set aside items to travel with you (travel kit) to prevent it from being packed
Pack a boxs / containers with items that you will need first at new home. Mark “load last” on box(s)
Confirm arrival time of moving van or truck
Confirm hotel accommodations
For Kids And Pets: drop off kids and pets at pre-arranged care sites
Make note of all utility meter readings (photograph reading faces with smart phone for pictorial record)
Confirm bill of lading and inventory prior to signing approval
Keep forms in safe place
Do final walk-through / clean-up of old home
Leave paper towels, toilet paper and good karma
If Using Mover: be sure someone is at old house to answer any questions following your departure
If Moving Yourself: be sure helping friends and family have lunch / dinner / etc.
Breath ...moving is stressful but can be an adventure and positive experience with positive attitude
Be at your new home to answer any questions from the movers or unloading team
Position someone near the primary enter door to direct placement locations for large furniture / appliances
Check boxes, furniture and appliances for damage (photograph if possible for record)
Pay moving van and / or moving team if applicable
If Using A Mover: be prepared to pay mover. Have cash on hand to tip if appropriate
Install new batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, garage door opener(s)
Consider having locks re-keyed. (I can provide you with a list of qualified locksmiths)
Register to vote (at Flagler County Services Center, Rt. 100, west of I-95)
Start new newspaper subscription
Contact New Affiliations: places of worship, clubs, associations
If gated community, obtain home owners’ ID, register vehicles with community and obtain gate opener(s)
