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Here are some useful suggestions to help you
with your move.
 | Give your forwarding address to the post office, usually 2-4 weeks
ahead of the move. |
| Notify your charge cards, magazine subscriptions, and bank of the
change of address. |
| Develop a list of friends, relatives, and business colleagues who need
to be notified of the move. |
| Arrange to have utilities disconnected at your old home and connected
at your new one. |
| Cancel the newspaper. |
| Check insurance coverage for moved items. Usually movers only
cover what they pack. |
| Clean out appliances and prepare them for moving, if applicable. |
| Note the weight of the goods you'll have moved, since long-distance
moves are usually billed according to weight. Watch for movers that use
excessive padding to add weight. |
| Check with your condo or co-op about restrictions on using the elevator
or particular exits. |
| Have a "first open" box with the things you'll need most - toilet
paper, soap, trash bags, scissors, hammer, screwdriver, pencils and
paper, cups and plates, water, snacks, and toothpaste.
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Plus, if you're moving out of town
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Get copies of medical and dental
records and prescriptions for your family and your pets. |
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Get copies of children's school
records for transfer. |
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Ask friends for introductions to
anyone they know in your new neighborhood. |
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Consider special car needs for
pets when traveling. |
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Let a friend or relative know your
route. |
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Carry traveler's checks or an ATM
card for ready cash until you can open a bank account. |
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Empty your safety deposit box. |
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Put plants in boxes with holes for
air circulation if you're moving in cold weather. |
Six items to have on hand
for the new owners
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Owner's manuals for items left in
the house. |
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Warranties for any items left in
the house. |
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A list of local service providers-
the best dry cleaner, yard service, etc. |
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Garage door opener. |
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Extra sets of house keys. |
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Code to burglar alarm and phone
number of monitoring service if not discontinued. |
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