Moving Checklist

Before You Move:

- Notify post office, charge accounts, credit card companies, utility companies, past employer (for tax return purposes), subscriptions, family and friends, etc. of address change

-Close out local bank accounts and set up new bank account, if necessary

-Notify insurance companies of new location for coverage

-Obtain school records, legal records and other important documents

-Obtain medical records and history, transfer prescriptions, and research/request referrals for doctors, dentists, specialists, etc. in new town

- Use up perishables, defrost freezer, clean refrigerator

-Prepare large appliances and rugs for proper moving

-Disconnect utilities and get refunds for any deposits made

-Notify and register children in new school

-Request a relocation package from your REALTOR® or the city’s Chamber of Commerce

On Moving Day:

-Double check rooms, closets, and cabinets for possible items left behind

-Make sure children have books and games to keep entertained during travel

-Prepare pets for transportation

-Carry jewelry and important documents on your person

-Leave all old keys needed for new tenant with your REALTOR®

At Your New Address:

-Check on utility services – gas, electric, water, telephone, etc.

-If relocating to new state, register car within 5 days of arrival and apply for state driver’s license

-If staying within state, obtain a driver’s license with your new address on it

-Register children in school if you haven’t done so already

-Set up new patient appointments with doctors, dentist, etc.

-Explore your new neighborhood!