Copy and print this checklist to assist with your move.

1. Before you leave... Address Change Post office: give forwarding address Charge accounts, credit cards Subscriptions:  Notice requires several weeks Friends and relatives Bank Transfer funds, arrange check-cashing in new city Arrange credit references Insurance Notify company of new location for coverage: life, health, fire & auto Utility Companies Gas, light, water, telephone, fuel, garbage Get refund on any deposits made Delivery Service Laundry, newspaper, changeover of service Medical, Dental, Prescriptions, Histories Ask doctor and dentist for referrals; transfer needed prescriptions, eyeglasses, X-rays. Obtain birth records, medical records, etc. Pets Ask about regulations for licenses, vaccinations, tags, etc. 2. And Don't Forget to... Empty freezer, plan use of food Defrost freezer and clean refrigerator. Place charcoal to dispel odors. Have appliances serviced for moving. Remember arrangements for T.V. & antenna. Clean rugs or clothing before moving; have them moving-wrapped. Check with your moving counselor re: insurance coverage, packing day, various shipping papers, methods and time of expected payment. Plan for special care needs of infants and pets. 3. And on Moving Day... Carry enough cash or travelers checks to cover costs of moving services and expenses until you make banking connections in new city Carry jewelry and documents yourself or use registered mail Plan for transporting of pets; they are poor traveling companions if unhappy Carry travelers checks for quick, available cash Let close friends or relatives know the route and schedule you will travel including overnight stops Double check closets, drawers, shelves to be sure they are empty Leave all old keys needed by new tenant or owner with Realtor or owner 4. And at your New Address... Obtain certified or cashier check for closing real estate transaction Check on service of telephone, gas, electricity, water and garbage Check pilot light on stove, hot water heater and furnace Have appliances checked Ask mailman for mail he may be holding for your arrival Have new address recorded on driver's license Visit city offices and register for voting Register car within 5 days of arrival Obtain inspection sticker and transfer motor club membership Apply for state driver's license Register family in your new place of worship Register children in school Arrange for medical services: doctor, dentist, veterinarian, etc

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