When buying and selling a new house, there is a list a mile long of things to do. Here’s a checklist of everything you need to do to prepare for your next move:
Before the move
Make a moving folder to keep track of all bids, receipts, and paperwork
Select a moving date
Schedule time off of work or school around your move date
Hire movers, it is worth every penny
Check your furniture measurements to see if everything fits in your new home and plan the layout
Collect moving supplies: boxes, plastic bins, packing paper, bubble wrap, tape, permanent markers, ziplock bags
Begin decluttering
Start selling large items you no longer want, schedule time to bring donations to a thrift store
Start packing nonessentials: books, decor, out-of-season clothing
Label your boxes
Write on the outside of the box what room the items are from and what types of items are in there. Try using different colors of duct tape to label what box belongs in what room.
Notify your utility and service providers about the move
Electricity, water, cable, internet, home security, home insurance, pest control, lawn services, cleaning services, voter registration
Update your address for all deliveries and payments
Credit cards, regularly used delivery services
Schedule a baby sitter or pet sitter for the day of the move
Clean out your pantry and fridge
Get cash to tip the movers
Pack a suitcase with essential items you will need the day of the move. Clothing, toiletries, and sheets will be needed day one in the new house
Day of the move
Get up early to pack any last minute items
If you color coded your boxes, create a key to hang at the new house to show where each box will go
Do a final walk through to make sure nothing gets left behind
Head over to your new house and get unpacking!
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