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One To Two Month’s Before Moving
 Call
Polanski Moving System’s Office for a Free
Estimate.
Have a
Garage Sale.
Fill out
Change of Address forms.
Make travel
arrangements, if necessary, with airlines, buses, car rental
agencies and hotels.
Transfer
memberships in churches, clubs and civic organizations.
Obtain
medical and dental records, x-rays and prescription histories.
Ask doctor and dentist for referrals and transfer prescriptions.
Set up
a checking account in your new city.
Decide
how you are going to pay for your move. Cash, certified check,
money order.
Check
into the laws and requirements of your new city regarding
home-based businesses, business licenses and any special laws
that might be applicable to you.
Record
serial numbers of electronic equipment.
Make arrangements
for transporting pets.
Start
using up food items, so that there is less left to pack and
possibly spoil.
Two To Four Weeks Before Moving
Switch
utility services to new address. Inform electric, disposal,
water, newspaper, magazine subscription, telephone and cable
companies of your move.
Arrange
for help on moving day.
Have another
Garage Sale.
Confirm
travel reservations.
Reserve
elevator if moving from an apartment.
Have appliances
serviced for moving (Speak to your Moving Consultant).
Clean
rugs and clothing and have them wrapped for moving.
Plan ahead
for special needs of infants.
Close
bank accounts and have your funds wired to your new bank.
Before closing, be sure there are no outstanding checks or
automatic payments that haven’t been processed.
Collect
valuables from safe-deposit box. Make copies of any important
documents before mailing or hand carry them to your new address.
Check
with your insurance agent to ensure you’ll be covered
through your homeowner’s or renter’s policy during
the move, or take insurance through your moving company.
Defrost
freezer and refrigerator. Place deodorizer inside to control
odors.
Give a
close friend or relative your travel route and schedule so
you may be reached if needed.
On Moving Day
Double
check closets, shelves, attic and garage to be sure they are
empty.
Carry
important documents, currency and jewelry yourself.
Carry
travelers checks for quick, available funds. Moving costs
may be paid by certified cheque, cash, or money order.
Ensure
movers have all your destination details. Exchange phone numbers
& e-mail addresses, etc.
After Arriving At New Home
Renew
your driver’s license, auto registration.
Shop around
for new insurance policies, especially auto coverage.
Revise
your will and other legal papers to avoid longer probate and
higher legal fees.
Locate
the hospitals, police stations, veterinarian and fire stations
near your home.
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