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The Complete Moving Checklist!Moving can be a source of high stress. Prepare for this by using our moving checklist beforehand. We have tried to devise our moving list according to the times and tasks required to move.
Remember: Try to keep calm! It’ll all be worth it in the end! Moving Checklist Tips Overseas MovesIf you are moving overseas, plan this well in advance. Shipping can take 6 weeks or longer. You may also want to consider setting up a bank account in your new country if you can. Filing
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Helpful Moving Checklist Hints: Try selecting (ctrl+a) and copying (ctrl+c) the lists from the page and pasting (ctrl+v) them into Microsoft Word for easier access, updates and printing. (We will try to supply a .pdf format link as soon as we can) Full Moving Checklist Planner…TWO MONTHS TO GO
o Make a ListMake a moving checklist of expected items that will be included in the move. (You will see later how much extra you have added to the list!) o Special ArrangementsMake arrangements for pets, plants or any items that require specific moving arrangements. Specialized movers can take longer than standard moving companies. o
Spring Clean
Start to clear out, sell, throw away items that are no longer needed o Get QuotesGet quotes from 3 different companies. Do a background check for reputation References and the Better Business Bureau are ways of doing this.
o Check ReputationCheck to see that they belong to a regulatory body/organisation. This will allow for some recourse if there are problems. A reputable company should be able to provide you with a ‘Your Right’s and Responsibilities’ list. o
Insurance
Investigate additional insurance. Home insurance usually does not cover moving. o Storage GoodsStart to collect packing material: boxes, masking tape, rope, newspapers, garbage bags, labels, bubble wrap and markers. o BudgetAssess the costs involved and make a budget. Things to look out for: - Change of Address Costs - Cleaning Company - Garbage Removal/Skip - Insurance - Moving Company - Packing Materials - Surveyors/Assessor Fees - Travel Costs …ONE MONTH TO
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o Change of AddressMake a moving checklist of and then inform the relevant authorities of change of address. o Begin to PackStart your Inventory Moving Checklist of all items to pack. (Ask the moving company for a copy of their Inventory List. This will help ensure that your information correlates on the day of the move. Also refer to your moving checklist of the previous month.) Begin packing items that won’t be used before the move. Try to take pictures or video tape your belongings. Record serial numbers of electronic equipment. o New Home ServicesTry to arrange for as many services as possible in your new home eg digital tv, phone number. o Hire a Moving CompanyCall the moving company to reserve them for the day of the move. Rope in volunteers to help on the day of the move. o Travel ArrangementsMake sure you know your destination address and make arrangements to get there. Eg. Air tickets, rail tickets, etc. o Real EstateCheck that all the house documents are in order for the old and new house. If renting out the old house, check with the bank that your mortgage covers letting. Arrange for a letting agent or start advertising the property yourself. o Transfer MembershipsSee Change of Address. …A WEEK OR 2
TO GO!
o Change of AddressContinue with advising companies of your change of address. o Finish PackingFinish packing using your moving checklist. Pack a separate box/bag with items that should be easily accessible on the first day or two in the new house. Pack carefully for babies. Appliances: defrost the freezer and refrigerator. Empty all water out of the washing machine and dishwasher. o ServicesCancel services, where appropriate, for the old house. Check with the new occupants if they will require an account transfer for gas, electric, water, satellite, newspaper, telephone or trash removal services of your move. Sign up for services at your new address. o Confirm Moving DatesConfirm that the moving company is still arriving on the agreed date. Confirm with the volunteers that they are still available to help. (Excuses somehow appear as the time gets closer!) Advise neighbours of the moving date and apologise for any inconvenience caused. o Bank AccountArrange for funds/currency to be made available from your bank account if moving overseas. Ensure all direct debits that need to be changed/cancelled have been taken care of. Cancel all subscriptions or transfer to the new account. o FoodFinish all remaining foodstuff that has not be packed away. Consider takeaways for the next few days! o New NeighbourhoodPut together a document detailing the location and map of the house and state of the neighbourhood. Add pictures if you can. Give the document to a close friend or relative. …A DAY (OR SO)
TO GO!
o Make a MoveMake sure all your moving checklist assistance materials (ie. tape measure, scissors, packing boxes, masking tape and markers) are readily available. o CashEnsure that you have enough cash on hand to pay for all incidentals on the day. You might consider things like paying the movers, food, tips, etc. o Final Run ThroughRun through the house after the goods have been moved and check that you have taken all items that weren’t packed. Things like lights and telephones are commonly not packed until after the move. Collect any valuables from your safe-deposit box o ConfirmationsConfirm the arrival time of the moving company or the time that you can pick-up your self-move vehicle. Also, check that you have enough petrol in your car. Confirm all travel reservations if the move is long distance. Confirm that your ‘New Neighbourhood’ document is still with your friend/relative in case there are complications. …LET’S MOVE!
Be prepared for a long and tiring day! L Don’t worry, it’ll all be worth it in the end! J o Move with the MoversBe friendly when the movers arrive. You want them on your side as they are handling all your precious goods! Fill out your own inventory moving checklist and make sure that their list looks the same as yours (see Begin to Pack above). Check to see everything is loaded onto the truck. Only sign off the papers when you are happy that all is in order. o Double CheckGo through the house one last time (everywhere) and make sure everything that has to go has been taken. o On your PersonCheck that you have all your important items with you before leaving. The Day After… Admin Chores
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