Take time to go through your belongings and remove items you rarely use.  It will make unpacking faster.

• Donate unused items or host a garage sale

• Reduce what you need to pack and organize

• Start fresh in your new home with less clutter

Create a list of your possessions—especially high-value items.  Gives you a clear picture of what your moving.

• Helps ensure nothing is lost during the move

• Useful for insurance and planning purposes

• Makes unpacking and organizing easier

Before you move in, take time to explore your new area.

• Schools and daycare options

• Grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping

• Parks, trails, and recreation

• Doctors, dentists, and veterinarians

Before you move in, take time to explore your new area.

• Schools and daycare options

• Grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping

• Parks, trails, and recreation

• Doctors, dentists, and veterinarians

Start a list of people and businesses that need your updated address.

• Postal service (mail forwarding)

• Utility providers (water, gas, electric, internet, trash)

• Banks and credit cards

• Subscriptions and home services

Contact your providers to transfer or update your policies.

• Homeowners or renters insurance

• Health and dental insurance

• Auto insurance

• Consider mover’s insurance if needed

Moving day can get busy—plan ahead to avoid unnecessary stress.

• Keep walkways clear and hazard-free

• Arrange care for children and pets

• Confirm details with your moving company

• Keep essentials easily accessible

• Make sure your information is current after your move.

• Transfer school records and confirm enrollment

• Update your driver’s license

• Transfer vehicle registration and plates

• Register to vote if needed