Moving Out Checklist

Selling your home can be a huge effort, but it’s manageable with preparation and planning. Use this simple Moving Out Checklist to ensure you’ve crossed your t’s and dotted your I’s before moving day.

Address change

• Post Office: Give forwarding address.
• Charge accounts, credit cards.
• Subscriptions: Notice requires several weeks.

Bank

• Cancel any automatic payment or direct deposit arrangements.

Insurance

• Notify company of new location for coverages: life, health, fire & auto.

Utility Companies

• Gas, electricity, water, telephone, fuel, garbage & cable TV. Get refunds on any deposits made.

Delivery Service

• Laundry, newspaper; change-over of services.

Children

• Register in school.
• Arrange for day care.

Medical, Dental and Prescription Histories

• Ask doctor and dentist for referrals; transfer needed prescriptions, eyeglasses, X-rays. Obtain birth records, medical records, etc.

Pets

• Consult a vet about moving your pet.

And Don’t Forget to..

• Empty freezer; plan use of food.
• Defrost freezer and clean refrigerator.
• Have appliances serviced for moving.
• Clean rugs and clothing before moving.
• Clean and/or repair furniture and curtains.
• 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 real estate agent or Chamber of Commerce in your new city.
• Arrange for storage (if needed.)
• Find out about tax-deductible moving expenses.
• Assemble packing materials.
• Have car checked and serviced for the trip.
• Pack a day or two worth of extra clothing in case of delay.

And 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.
• 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.
• Double check closets & drawers to make sure they are empty.
• Turn off all appliances and lock all doors.
• All old keys needed by new owner with Realtor® or neighbor.
• Let the movers know where you can be reached.

And at Your New Address..

• Check off all boxes and items as they come off the truck.
• Install new locks.
• Check on service of gas, electricity, water, telephone, garbage and cable TV.
• Check pilot light on stove, hot water heater and furnace.
• 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 changes 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