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Moving Checklist

Planning, planning, and more planning is the key to a successful move! Start by setting three important dates: packing, loading, and delivery. A solid checklist will help everything run more smoothly. Use this guide to help plan your move:

4–6 Weeks Before You Move

  • Take inventory of your belongings. Decide what to keep, donate, or discard.

  • Schedule a garage sale for items you’re not taking. Donate the rest and keep receipts for tax purposes.

  • Get estimates from moving companies.

  • Make travel arrangements (hotel, flights, etc.).

  • Arrange packing. If doing it yourself, label boxes by room.

  • Gather personal records (medical, school, veterinary, legal, etc.).

  • Send school transcripts to the new school in advance.

  • Track moving expenses for potential tax deductions.

  • Close store or credit accounts you won’t be using.

  • Coordinate with employers for updated tax forms (W-4).

  • Arrange to discontinue services such as:

    • Newspaper delivery

    • Water softener

    • Electricity, gas, water (check for deposit refunds)

    • Phone, cable, garbage, lawn care, pest control

    • Other: _____________

  • Set up the same services at your new home.

  • Notify your change of address to:

    • Post office

    • Social Security

    • Insurance providers

    • Banks, credit cards

    • Subscriptions

    • Family and friends

    • Other: _____________

2–3 Weeks Before You Move

  • Fill and transfer prescriptions for family and pets. Pack them for travel.

  • Begin packing items you don’t use often.

  • Safely dispose of flammables and items movers can’t transport.

  • Arrange for your new home to be cleaned.

1 Week Before You Move

  • Defrost your fridge and freezer. Dispose of frozen food.

  • Transfer or close bank accounts; clear safe deposit boxes.

  • Pack personal items for the car.

  • Have your vehicle serviced.

  • Confirm all moving details with your mover.

  • Other: _____________

Moving Day

  • Pack a "First Night" box with essentials and mark it “Open Me First.”

  • Pack suitcases for your trip.

  • Walk through the house to ensure everything is locked and shut off.

  • Other: _____________

Delivery Day

    • Arrive at the new address before the movers.

    • Use your inventory list to check items off.

    • Other: _____________