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Tips For A Smooth Move
Planning is the key . . .
Even if your move is within the
same general area, there are
several actions that can
expedite the procedure. Use this
checklist of items to help you
through the transition of
moving from one place to
another.
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If you intend to use a
moving company,
make arrangements as soon as
possible.
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A month before the move,
fill out change of address
forms for the post office,
the IRS and any others that
need to be notified,
including families and
friends.
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Don’t wait to tell your
children about the move.
The sooner they know the
better. Children need
time to adjust to the idea.
Provide plenty of
affirmation that the move is
for the best.
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Notify doctors, dentists,
veterinarian, and insurance
agents. Obtain copies of
important records. Fill
prescriptions needed.
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Contact utilities, phone, and
cable services regarding
discontinuing services.
Arrange for new services at new
location.
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Make necessary financial
arrangements, including transfer
of accounts (checking,
savings, other).
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Take inventory of your
belongings before they’re packed
in the event you need to file
an insurance claim later. If
possible, take pictures or
videotape your belongings.
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Secure valuables, jewelry, safe
deposit box items, and important
documents to take
with you.
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Empty fluids from lawn
equipment, hoses, etc.
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Dispose of anything flammable,
including gas cans, paint cans,
chemicals, etc.
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If necessary, make special
arrangements for transporting
pets. You can take cats
and dogs in your car, but
remember to put down newspapers
or sheets to keep your
car clean. Animals can get
carsick and may require stops
along the way, so take along
a leash, food and water. Other
small pets, such as birds and
hamsters, can easily be
taken in the car. Cover their
cages to help keep them calm. It
can be risky to move fish.
Better get recommendations from
your local pet store or other
expert on how to
move your type of fish.
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Plants also need special care.
You should prune your plants a
couple of weeks before
the move to facilitate packing.
Place the plants in cardboard
containers with packing material
to hold them in place. Use paper
to cushion the leaves and place
a wet paper on top to
keep them moist. Mark the boxes
and punch air holes in the top
before loading into your car.
Unpack the plants as soon as
possible when you arrive. Remove
plants through the
bottom of the box to avoid
breaking the steams.
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Pack for your personal move;
clothing, linens, personal
affects and items needed
upon move-in.
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Empty refrigerator, clean and
place baking soda inside to keep
it smelling fresh.
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