Address Change

    ?    Post Office:  Give forwarding address

    ?    Charge Accounts, Credit Cards

    ?    Subscriptions:  Notice requires several weeks

    ?    Friends and Relatives

 

    Bank

    ?    Cancel any automatic payment or direct deposit arrangements

    ?    Transfer funds and arrange check-cashing in new city

    ?    Arrange credit references

 

    Insurance

    ?    Notify company of new location for coverage's:  Life, Health, Fire and Auto

 

    Utility Companies

    ?    Gas, Electricity, Water, Telephone, Fuel, Garbage and Cable TV

    ?    Get refunds on any deposits made

   

    Delivery Service

    ?    Laundry, newspaper, change over of services

 

    Children

    ?    Register in school

    ?    Transfer school records

    ?    Arrange for daycare

 

    Medical, Dental, Presription Histories

    ?    Ask Doctor and Dentist for referrals; transfer needed prescriptions, eyeglasses, x-rays

    ?    Obtain birth records, medical records, etc.

 

    Pets

    ?    Consult a veterinarian about moving your pet

    ?    Obtain all records

    ?    Ask about regulations for licenses, vaccinations, tags, etc.

 

    Don't Forget to:

    ?    Empty freezer; plan use of foods

    ?    Defrost freezer and clean refrigerator.  Place charcoal inside to dispel odors

    ?    Have appliances services for moving; have them moving-wrapped

    ?    Clean and/or repair furniture and curtains

    ?    Check with your moving counselor on insurance coverage, packing and unpacking labor, arrival

           day, various shipping papers, method and time of expectd payment

    ?    Plan for special care needs for your infants and pets

    ?    Assemble first day items-soap, toilet paper, pencils, paper, toiletries, bath towels, utility knife, scissors,

           trash bags, etc.

    ?    Obtain relocation package from your Desert Heritage Real Estate Agent

    ?    Arrange for storage (if needed)   

    ?    Find out about tax-deductible moving expenses

    ?    Obtain all personal records from lawyers and accountants

    ?    Assemble package materials

    ?    Have car checked and serviced for the trip

    ?    Pack a day or two worth of extra clothing in case of a delay

 

    On Moving Day

    ?    Make a list of every item and box loaded onto the truck

    ?    Carry enough cash or travelers checks to cover cost of moving services and expenses until you

           make banking connections in your new city

    ?    Carry jewelry and documents yourself; or use registered mail

    ?    Carry an assortment of toys for the children (if needed)

    ?    Let a close friend or relative know route and schedule you will travel including overnight stops; use

           as your message headquarters

    ?    Double check closets, drawers and shelves to be sure they are empty

    ?    Turn off all appliances and lock all doors and windows

    ?    Leave all old keys needed by new tenant or owner with Realtor or neighbor

    ?    Let the movers know where you can be reached

   

    At Your New Address

    ?    Check off all the boxes and items as they come off the truck

    ?    Install new locks

    ?    Check on service of gas, electricity, water, telephone, garbage and Cable TV

    ?    Have appliances checked

    ?    Ask mail carrier for mail he or she may be holding for you

    ?    Apply for state driver's license (or just address change if needed)

    ?    Visit city offices and register for voting

    ?    Register car within five (5) days after arrival in state or a penalty may have to be paid when getting

           new license plates

    ?    Obtain inspection sticker and transfer motor club membership

    ?    Arrange for medical services:  doctor, dentist, veterinarian, etc.

 

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