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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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