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Moving and Relocation Checklist

Use this comprehensive Moving and Relocation Checklist to streamline your move. From planning and packing to settling into your new home, we’ve got you covered!

  • Set a moving date and timeline.
  • Create a moving budget, including all estimated costs (moving company, supplies, etc.).
  • Research and hire a reputable moving company or plan a DIY move.

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  • Sort through belongings:
    • Keep: Items you want to take with you.
    • Donate: Items in good condition that you no longer need.
    • Sell: Items that can be sold (consider a garage sale).
    • Discard: Broken or unusable items.
  • Create a moving inventory list of all items being moved.

  • Gather packing supplies:
    • Boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and markers.
  • Label boxes clearly with contents and the room they belong to.
  • Pack an essentials box with items needed for the first few days (clothes, toiletries, important documents).

  • Change your address with:
    • The post office.
    • Banks and credit card companies.
    • Utilities (electric, water, gas).
    • Insurance providers (health, home, auto).
    • Subscription services (magazines, streaming services).
  • Notify friends and family of your new address.

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  • Confirm arrangements with the moving company or helpers.
  • Have cash on hand for tips and any last-minute expenses.
  • Take a final walkthrough of your old home to ensure nothing is left behind.

  • Unpack essentials first to settle in quickly.
  • Set up utilities in the new home (electricity, water, internet).
  • Explore your new neighborhood and locate nearby services (grocery stores, healthcare).
  • Update personal information (driver’s license, voter registration) with your new address.

  • Arrange furniture and belongings in your new space.
  • Introduce yourself to neighbors and get involved in the community.
  • Reflect on your moving experience and plan for any future needs (e.g., organizing events, local resources).

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