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Moving Checklist Before | On Moving Day | Out-of-Town Move
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BEFORE MOVE (One month to one week before):
- Empty and defrost freezer; plan use of food
- Clean out refrigerator
- Remember arrangements for tv and antenna
- Clean rugs
- Clean clothing
- Order final readings of utilities
- Discontinue or transfer services on:
route deliveries, newpaper, cleaning, safety deposit box, telephone, lawn
maintenance, etc.
- Arrange for childcare if necessary
- Plan for transporting pets
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Utilities
- Electric
- Gas
- Water
- Telephone
- Fuel
- Garbage and/or refuse
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Insurance
- Life
- Auto
- Home
- Health
- Fire
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Professional Services
- Doctor
- Dentist
- Accountant
- Lawyer
- Broker
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Government/Public Offices
- State Motor Vehicle Bureau
- Social Security Administration
- Post Office
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Established Business Accounts
- Credit Card Companies
- Bank Accounts
- Dry Cleaners
- Drug Store
- Diaper Service
- Laundry Service
- Water Softener Service
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Miscellaneous
- Cable/Satellite Service
- Magazines/Newspapers
- Friends/Relatives
- Book/Record Clubs
- Organizations/Clubs
- Schools
- Church
- Landlord (if tenant)
- Tenant (if landlord)
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ON MOVING DAY
- Carry cash with you for your move
- Pack items like jewelry, medications and other valuables you will transport yourself
- Pack important documents to transport yourself
- Bring small toolkit
- Double-check closets, drawers, and cabinet shelves
OUT OF TOWN MOVES
Let a close friend/relative know your route and schedule. Transfer insurance on household goods and personal possessions to ensure coverage enroute. If your car or other possessions are not paid for, notify creditors and optain permission to take property out of state. Have your appliances serviced for the trip. Gather professional recommendations for new location. Return all borrowed books. Notify school about the intended move. Gather records or have transcripts forwarded.
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