- Hold a yard sale or donate unwanted items to charity. Get rid of all the unused items you have accumulated! Sell your items to make a small profit or donate to be philanthropic.
- Make your own list of everything you are bringing to your new home. Even though your moving company may create a list for you, it is always a good idea to compile one of your own for organizational purposes.
- Find out the replacement value of all belongings, for insurance purposes.
- Begin packing! It is never too early to start gathering packing materials together and boxing and wrapping items.
- Fill out a change of address form at your local post office and DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles).
- Inform the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of your move.
- Have your children’s school records transferred to their new schools.
- Get copies of your medical and dental records, if necessary.
- Obtain copies of veterinary records, if necessary.
- Arrange for removal of “installed items” you are bringing with you.
- If you live in an apartment building, give a notice of your move to the management of the building.
- Find out if certain appliances or electronics need to be serviced before they leave the point of origin.
- Speak with your bank representative about the transfer of your funds.
