Moving Guide

Your Moving Checklist

Stay organized with our comprehensive moving timeline and checklist.

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8 Weeks Before

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Create Moving Budget

Estimate costs for movers, supplies, and unexpected expenses

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Research Moving Companies

Get quotes, read reviews, verify licenses and insurance

Start Decluttering

Go through each room and decide what to keep, sell, or donate

Begin Collecting Supplies

Gather boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and packing materials

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Create Moving Folder

Keep all moving-related documents, quotes, and receipts organized

6 Weeks Before

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Book Moving Company

Confirm date, services, and get written confirmation

Start Packing Non-Essentials

Pack items you won't need before the move

Plan New Home Layout

Measure spaces and plan furniture placement

Begin Using Up Perishables

Plan meals to use frozen and pantry items

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Schedule Utility Transfers

Arrange for disconnection and connection of utilities

4 Weeks Before

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Change Address

File change of address with USPS and update important accounts

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Notify Important Parties

Inform banks, credit cards, insurance, and other services

Schedule Cleaning Services

Book move-out cleaning if needed

Continue Packing

Pack room by room, labeling boxes clearly

Make Travel Arrangements

Book hotels or flights if needed

2 Weeks Before

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Confirm Moving Details

Verify date, time, and services with moving company

Pack Most Remaining Items

Leave out only essential items

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Arrange Time Off Work

Request moving days off from work

Plan Moving Day Meals

Prepare easy meals and snacks for moving day

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Prepare Essential Box

Pack items needed immediately in new home

Moving Week

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Pack Remaining Items

Finish packing all non-essential items

Clean as You Go

Clean rooms as they're emptied

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Prepare Payment

Get payment ready for movers

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Pack Important Documents

Keep essential papers with you

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Final Walk-Through

Check all spaces, closets, and storage areas

Essential Items

Moving Day Essentials

Items to keep with you during the move

Documents

  • Moving company contract
  • New lease or home documents
  • Insurance information
  • ID and wallet
  • Important medical records

Personal Items

  • Change of clothes
  • Basic toiletries
  • Medications
  • Phone chargers
  • Basic tools

Cleaning Supplies

  • Paper towels
  • All-purpose cleaner
  • Trash bags
  • Hand soap
  • Basic cleaning tools

First Night Box

  • Bedding and pillows
  • Shower curtain
  • Bath towels
  • Coffee maker and supplies
  • Basic kitchen items
Pro Tips

Moving Day Tips

Expert advice to make your move smoother

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Color Code Your Boxes

Assign colors to different rooms and use colored tape or stickers for easy identification

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Take Photos

Document electronics connections and furniture arrangements for easy setup later

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Keep Essentials Handy

Pack a separate box with items you'll need immediately in your new home

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Update Important Parties

Create a list of everyone who needs your new address and update them systematically

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