Fill out a change of address form. Notify family, friends and others of your new address.
Get rid of anything you aren't bringing with you.
Make a list of everything you're bringing to your new home.
If you're moving out of state, find out about all necessary information such as, auto licensing
and insurance.
If you're moving in-state, locate your local DMV (Department of Motor
Vehicles) and find out how to change your address on your driver's license.
Notify you children's school and have their records transferred to their new school.
Return any cable equipment.
Make arrangements to disconnect electric, gas and other utilities.
Make arrangements to connect utilities at your new home.
Return library books or any other borrowed items.
Pack a suitcase with all the necessary items you'll need for the first day in your home. Such as, clothing, toiletries
etc.
Pack a special box with other essentials you'll need for the first few days. Make sure this box is marked
"Do Not Move".
Get rid of all flammables.
The day before your moving day, empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator. Make sure it has at least 24 hours
to air dry.
Clean and air dry your stove.
Pack your personal belongings except your alarm clock.
On your moving day, collect all keys to locking items. Put them in a safe place.
Make sure that you're at home when the movers arrive, so that you can sign the proper paperwork.
Walk around with the operations manager while he does inventory.
Make sure everything is ready for the move.
Before you leave, do a final walk-thru of every room. Check all closets and cabinets.
