Moving Checklist

Address Change:

• Notify friends and family of new address.
• 2-3 weeks prior to moving, notify post office of address change.
• 6-8 weeks prior to moving, change address for all subscriptions.
• Change address on all credit cards.
• Notify company of new location for life, health, fire and auto coverages.

Bank:

• Transfer funds.
• Arrange check-cashing in new location.
• Arrange credit references.

Utility Companies:

• Gas, electric,water, telephone, disposal service, etc...
• Ask for refunds on any deposits made.
• Return TV cable boxes.

Delivery Service:

• Newspapers, etc...

Health Care:

• Get referrals from current doctor/dentist for new doctor/dentist in new area.
• Obtain or have medical records transferred.
• Transfer prescriptions.

Pets:

• Ask current veterinarian for referrals for a new veterinarian in new area.
• Have pets records transferred.
• Find out about regulations for licenses, vaccinations, tags, etc... in new area.

Other Things To Remember

Remember To:

• Empty freezer, and refridgerator.
• Defrost and clean refridgerator.
• Plan for special care needs for children and pets.
• Check with Department of Agriculture in new area regarding restrictions on plants.

Day of the Move:

• Carry enough cash or traveler's checks to cover cost of moving services and expenses until you make banking connections in your new city.
• Carry jewelry and documents with you or use certified mail.
• Notify friends and/or relatives of your travel route and overnight stops.
• Double-check closets, shelves, bathrooms, and cupboards for anything you may have missed.
• Leave old keys, garage door openers, broiler pans, instruction manuals, etc. for new owner with real estate agent.

At Your New Home:

• Obtain certified checks or cashier's checks necessary for closing your real estate transaction.
• Check on service of telephone, electric, gas, etc
• Check water heater, pilot light inside oven and furnace.
• Register car(s) within 5 days, apply for new driver's license, and record new address on license(s).
• Register to vote.
• Transfer auto club membership.
• Register children in school.
• Locate and register in new place of worship.
• Arrange for new doctors, dentist, pharmacy, etc.