1. Write down your new address
It may seem silly, but it usually takes time to memorize your new address, so write it down, and keep a copy of it with you in your wallet. Doing this will help with all of the change-of-address' that you may have to do later on.
Don't forget to have your mail forwarded through the post office and change your mailing address on those magazine subscriptions that you've been stocking up on.
Here is a link to the USPS’s online change of address page:
2. Keep all of your important records handy
You never know when you may need your important records, so make sure that you keep the following together and in a specific box just in case.
- Medical Records
- Dental Records
- School Records
- Veterinary Records
- Car Records
- Home Records
- Insurance Records
Having these important documents together and in a safe place will give you peace of mind and ensure that you are better prepared for anything your move may throw at you.
3. Collect the Keys
You may have given your neighbors, friends, or family members a set of your old house keys in case of an emergency (like an embarrassing late night lockout!). Make sure that you collect all of those spare keys and if you’d like to, make copies for your new home and ask everyone to replace them.
4. This and That
With so much to keep track of during your new move, it’s easy to forget about all of the little things you may have to do before moving day.
If applicable, make sure of the following
- All DVDs you have rented have been returned
- All books that have been borrowed from the library are returned
- All of the dry cleaning has been picked up
5. MAKE SURE THAT THE MOVING COMPANY YOU ARE USING HAS A RELIABLE NUMBER TO REACH YOU AT!
Yes, for some it may seem scary to give out their cell phone number, but in this case it is an absolute necessity that you give the local moving company that you have chosen a number that they can actually reach you at. I cannot tell you how many people give their moving company their old home number that of course has been disconnected. It is important for the moving company that you choose to be able to reach you both before the move and during the move.
Following these five tips will surely take some of the stress out of moving!
Wishing you the smoothest of moves,
Gabriella
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