A helpful checklist of
Remember, the organization is the key to a successful move!
First things first
9 THINGS TO DO BEFORE MOVING
create a TO DO LIST
DAMAGE-FREE
Ask your close friends and family for recommendations on reliable movers.
Professionals will pack
and transport your belongings
HIRE A MOVING COMPANY
UNEXPECTED SPENDING
Ask your close friends and family for recommendations on reliable movers.
Budgeting carefully will cut
SET A MOVING
BUDGET
8 WEEKS
TO LOWER YOUR MOVING
COSTS
in advance.
consider moving
during the winter
or a weekday.
Remember - desired booking time
DECIDING ON
A DATE
Boxes, tape, sticker labels, bubble wrap, and packing paper are essential supplies
To save a few dollars check out Craigslist or your local grocery store for
GATHER PACKING SUPPLIES
Hiring professionals is the way to go.
For
on packing supplies.
sell or donate items before you start this process, that way you’ll
PACKING
DIY packing
of your move.
notify
update
Remember to transfer
TIE UP ANY LOOSE ENDS
This is an important task for a smooth transition.
subscriptions
utilities
If you have school-aged
children, simply call and
gather information
about schools
in your
neighborhood.
If you’re upbeat and cheerful about the move, they’ll be too!
CHANGING SCHOOLS
Your friends
and family deserve
a proper goodbye,
so throw a party or a simple dinner and walk down the memory lane and laugh at
all the great times you shared.
SAYING
GOODBYE TO YOUR OLD NEIGHBORHOOD