Enjoying the journey is easier if you set yourself up for success with thorough planning. The best way to keep track of all the concerns and responsibilities of relocating home or office is to fill in an outline. Are you ready to take notes? I will give you a complete checklist to apply to your move that will put your mind at ease with a simple organization of priorities for the old and new addresses.
- Utility disconnection/connection timing can be costly and inconvenient. Contacting the various service companies 90 days before moving will secure the exact day for disconnection. Electricity, water, and gas companies are busy with many customers. Approximately 34% of Australians move residence every 5 years. That is 8 million disconnections and reconnections for residential moves alone. Moving in with power, environmental control, and lights is better than not.
- Book Melbourne removalists early. They are in high demand because we all know moving is not a great time, and hiring professionals saves a lot of pain and stress.
- Internet, cable, and phone services are mobile and transfer easy, so long as your new residence is within the coverage or service area. When you change companies, you will experience more fees. Do your research on provider options in your new location. Choose a long-term package you are happy with. Communication is important, keep yours simple.
- There are a host of agencies and parties who would like to know where you are heading to stay in touch. It is entirely up to you to inform them and continue good relationships.
- Family and friends should be helping you. Be sure to inform distant relatives.
- Will you want a new daycare provider closer to your new location? Does your current one have another office? Is it possible to maintain the current relationship without difficulty? What is healthiest?
- Update banks, credit providers, and insurance companies with your new address. Contact your insurance 90 days before your move. Discuss any policy or rate changes to prevent any lapse in coverage. Moving creates injuries, big and small. One wrong lift, you have done your back, and it’s off to the emergency room.
- Speaking of hospitals, tell your dentist, doctor, or paediatrician about the move. Don’t overlook a quality veterinarian office by your new home. House your pets.
- Maybe don’t tell magazine subscriptions and solicitors, but the tax authority will want to know. Take care of it.
Here is a quick list of the final week of moving;
- Verify your change of address with all authorities. Double check, human error happens frequently.
- Eat leftovers and clear out frozen food; limit your shopping, and buy prepared food during your move to allow more time to clean, and break down the kitchen equipment. Keep the coffee.
- Back up your hard drive, cloud, and information.
- Secure dental & medical records, taxes, and vehicle documents in a waterproof box.
Take this time to unload unused and unloved things. Donate useable items. Move less of your past into your future.
