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ZANE GERRINGER REAL ESTATE, INC

Moving Checklist



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There are so many things to think about when moving! Here's a comprehensive checklist to help you stay on track.

Relocation Checklist

By Relocation Property Services 1 MONTH BEFORE -- CHECK OUT YOUR COMPANY RELO PACKAGE

  • determine what expenses will be paid by your company
  • determine what expenses you will have to cover yourself
  • start a log of moving expense receipts (some may be deductible)

1 MONTH BEFORE -- GET A WRITTEN MOVING ESTIMATE

  • get estimates from two or more movers
  • including written commitment of pickup and delivery dates
  • get and check references
  • check the limits of the insurance offered
  • see if the insurance offered covers replacement cost
  • purchase additional insurance, if necessary

1 MONTH BEFORE -- GIVE CANCELLATION NOTICES

  • give day care center proper notice of withdrawal
  • give notice to clubs, organizations, volunteer activities
  • cancel newspaper subscriptions and regular deliveries

1 MONTH BEFORE -- HIRE A STORAGE FACILITY

  • check the limits of the insurance offered
  • see if the insurance offered covers replacement cost
  • purchase additional insurance, if necessary


1 MONTH BEFORE -- INSTRUCT YOUR BANK

  • arrange transfer of your accounts
  • order checks with new address
  • clean out your safety deposit box

1 MONTH BEFORE -- MAKE TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

  • hotels / temporary housing
  • rental cars / plane tickets
  • transport service for pets and automobiles, if needed

1 MONTH BEFORE -- STORE IMPORTANT RECORDS IN FIRE-SAFE BOX

  • school records / pet documents
  • home purchase / sale papers
  • wills / marriage / divorce papers
  • financial records / stock certificates
  • birth certificates / social security cards / passports

1 MONTH BEFORE -- SUBMIT A CHANGE OF ADDRESS

  • turn in forms at the post office
  • mail post cards to friends and creditors

1 MONTH BEFORE -- TRANSFER IMPORTANT RECORDS

  • contact schools and arrange for transfer of student records
  • contact doctors for medical records and referrals to new physicians
  • change your insurance policies on property, auto, and medical

2 WEEKS BEFORE -- CLEAN OUT

  • take a ruthless walk-through to determine what you want to take
  • tag the rest of it and hold a garage sale
  • or call a charity for pick-up

2 WEEKS BEFORE -- GET YOUR STUFF IN ORDER

  • clean out club, gym, and school lockers
  • pick up all dry cleaning
  • retrieve and return all borrowed items from friends and neighbors
  • return library books

2 WEEKS BEFORE -- PREPARE TO LEAVE YOUR HOME

  • arrange for the disconnection or changeover of utilities
  • begin packing less-used items
  • clean out the cupboards
  • plan remaining meals so you can pack what you don't need
  • don't buy any more perishables than you have to

7 DAYS BEFORE -- CONFIRM MOVING ARRANGEMENTS

  • dates / agreements with moving and storage companies
  • agreements with auto and pet transportation companies
  • hotel and temporary housing accommodations
  • rental car and other transportation arrangements
  • don't buy any more perishables than you have to

7 DAYS BEFORE -- LET PEOPLE KNOW HOW TO REACH YOU

  • inform friends and relatives of your forwarding address
  • if you'll be without phone service, get a temporary voice mail box
  • some long-distance providers offer 1-800 voice mail numbers

7 DAYS BEFORE -- MAKE SURVIVAL BOX FOR MOVE

  • paper / pens
  • address book / stamps / envelopes
  • cellophane and heavy-duty tape / scissors
  • tape measure
  • paper cups, plates, and towels / plastic utensils / ziploc bags
  • facial and toilet tissue / soap / moist towelettes
  • instant coffee or tea / bottled drinks / snacks / can opener
  • aspirin / band-aids
  • travel alarm
  • flashlight / small tool kit
  • trash bags
  • children's games
  • spare car keys
  • phone books for the city you are leaving and your destination

7 DAYS BEFORE -- PREPARE BELONGINGS FOR PACKING

  • make an inventory list of all items going with you personally
  • keep valuable / irreplaceable items (jewelry, heirlooms) with you
  • clean out and defrost the deep freezer
  • disassemble furniture or other items
  • check yard and shed for all items that need packed
  • set aside box of cleaning supplies and the vacuum cleaner

7 DAYS BEFORE -- THINK ABOUT DECORATING YOUR NEW HOME

  • take pictures of furniture / get fabric samples and paint chips
  • create a "decorating reference file"
  • have measurements taken of the rooms in your new residence
  • use floor plans to determine where everything will go

JUST BEFORE MOVING -- CEASE USING THE REFRIGERATOR

  • remove all perishable food
  • store anything you still need in a cooler
  • clean and defrost the refrigerator and freezer

JUST BEFORE MOVING -- FINISH PACKING

  • complete packing of all household goods for the move
  • make sure all boxes are clearly marked

JUST BEFORE MOVING -- RESOLVE FINANCIAL MATTERS

  • conclude any arrangements relating to sale or lease of your home
  • purchase traveler's checks for trip expenses
  • reconcile and close or transfer bank accounts

MOVING DAY -- CONFIRM MOVING ARRANGEMENTS

  • confirm delivery address, directions, and delivery date with movers
  • make sure boxes are clearly marked
  • make sure your instructions are understood

MOVING DAY -- PREPARE YOUR HOME TO BE VACANT

  • make sure a relative, neighbor, or real estate agent has the keys
  • make sure that person knows how to contact you
  • notify insurance agent and police that the home will be empty

MOVING DAY -- VACATE YOUR HOME

  • clean the home and check entire grounds before leaving
  • check thermostat and make sure temperature is set appropriately
  • make sure all windows and doors are closed and locked
  • make sure all appliances are turned off
  • leave forwarding address, keys, and garage door opener

WHEN YOU ARRIVE -- GET UNPACKED

  • supervise moving crew on location of furniture and boxes
  • begin unpacking necessary basics first (utensils, toiletries, etc.)
  • give the kids a job to do -- let them start on their rooms
  • set kitchen and bedrooms up first, to make you feel at home

WHEN YOU ARRIVE -- PAY AND SETTLE WITH THE MOVERS

  • go over "Bill of Lading" with the moving company before signing
  • check for damaged and missing items and make a note of them
  • the Bill of Lading is usually binding once signed

WHEN YOU ARRIVE -- RELAX AND SETTLE IN

  • check to make sure all utilities are on and working properly
  • let family members or friends know that you have arrived safely
  • check in with employer and real estate agent to confirm itineraries
  • now relax, order dinner out, and take a hot bath...you deserve it!

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Zane Gerringer 
​Real Estate, Inc.

Zane Gerringer, ​Broker in Charge
info@zanegerringer.com
336-697-6675
Greensboro Realtor, Zane Gerringer
806 Green Valley Road, Suite 200, Greensboro, NC 27408 | Firm License C24092 
By Zane Gerringer
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