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Moving
Day....Planning Makes the Process Easier
Make
your move to your new home as stress free as possible.
Keep track of all those details that might throw a snag
in your plans. Use our handy relocation guide and moving
checklist to keep organized.
Your
moving experience can either be a nightmare or it can
be an adventure. If you plan well you can make it easier.
We have compiled a list of questions and suggestions
from our relocation experience to help make your move
as easy as possible.
Planning
Your Move
- Choose
a moving company--professionals or friends?
- Choose
a date--weekend or weekday?
- Trucks-Renting
or let a pro do it?
- Moving
truck--how big? Can you handle it?
- Packing
Tips
- Wardrobe
boxes--worth it?
- Used
boxes--do you really know what was in there before?
- Lamp
Shades--cover in plastic(bags) and box to avoid crushing.
- Make
a move in box with necessities --sheets, towels, toiletries,
tissues and a change of clothes, food etc.
- Mark
wires for stereos, TVs and computers for easy re-installation.
- Label
everything. A few minutes now can save headaches later.
What
to pack, what to sell and what to toss
- Cull
through closets, attics, basements, garages and sheds.
- Really
look at your things and decide if you need it.
- If
you don't need it-- Can you donate it to charity?
- Can
you sell it--have a garage sale?
- List
your unwanted items on ebay.
- Give
your friends a chance at your unused stuff before
you throw it away.
Handling
kids during a move
- Have
friends take care of kids during move.
- Listen
to your kids concerns, worries, and look for signs
of stress.
- Be
there for your kids, don't let your own distress make
you insensitive.
- Show
kids their new school, take them on a tour.
- Introduce
your kids to neighbor kids before you move.
- Don't
Dismiss your children's anxiety about moving -- acknowledge
and assure.
Quick list of things to do
- Find
out about schools in your new
area...we can help.
- Set
up garbage service.
- Establish
new utility accounts.
- Change
your drivers license address.
- Forward
your mail.
- Find
a New Insurance Agent.
- Services
to transer/establish/discontinue
Internet, Phone, Cable
Garbage, Water, Gas, Electricity, Fuel Oil
Lawn Service, Water Softener, Pest Control, Newspaper
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