By J.P.Lee
You want to be as organized as possible when you move. Use this timeline as a reference to help make it as stress free as possible.
Two Months Before
• Start saving! Budget in advance for movers, insurance, supplies, child and pet care costs, and any other incidental costs. Remember that you will also have extra costs after you arrive- painting, landscaping, etc.
• Decide what you want to take, and what you want to leave. Plan your garage sale at least 45 days in advance.
• Check out your new neighborhood. Take care of the details to transfer your child’s school records. Check out the local restaurants and take out places- you won’t want to cook on moving day!
• Book the movers, van, or truck. Make your reservation at least 6 weeks in advance- especially if you are moving around the beginning of the month- when everyone else is doing the same thing.
One Month Before
• Arrange for any doctor, dentist, or veterinary transfer of records.
• Contact the phone company to get your new phone number.
• Contact any subscription magazines or mail order memberships you have, and inform them of your address change.
• Contact your internet provider to arrange for transfer of service.
• Visit the local post office and arrange to have your mail redirected.
• Start packing the non-essentials, like off season sports equipment, knick-knacks, etc.
One Week Before
• Call the locksmith to arrange to have the locks changed after you get possession of the house.
• Arrange, if possible, for your children to sleep over at a friend’s house the evening before moving day. You might also want to board your pets for a few days around moving day.
The Day Before
• Stock up on snacks and bottled water to keep you going on moving day.
• Buy paper plates and cutlery to use for the next couple of days.
• Drop off the kids and the pets.
• Confirm your movers.
• Designate a box for last minute items, including bedding and pillows.
Moving Day
• Be there when the movers arrive, so you can give any special instructions, and point out any items that need special handling.
• Stay out of the way! A moving team has an efficient way of packing the truck, and a system in place.
• Count the boxes as they are loaded to be sure that everything gets on board.
• Do a final check of the house. Look in the cupboards, closets, and garage.
After The Move….and after some sleep….enjoy your new home!
About the Author: J.P.Lee publishes a website with free tips and resources to help you get the most money when you sell your home visit About Selling Your Home for more information.
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