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With months of proper planning and preparation,
odds are even the most organized individual may
not remember every detail of a move or every item.
Remembering the “out of sight, out of
mind” objects increases your success in
moving all of your belongings without leaving
anything behind.
A Plus Vanlines suggests adding the following
10 points to the top of your preparation list:
1. For the record -- Obtain
copies of your and your family's medical records,
including any dental and vaccine/immunization
information, as well as any veterinary records for
the family pet. In some cases, a notarized letter
is required to receive official documentation; you
may need to contact the American Medical Records
Association to determine your new state's needs.
You might also consider transferring current
prescriptions to a drugstore in your new town.
Another record you'll want to be sure to have in
hand is your child's permanent school record.
School records are usually required when
registering your child at his/her new school.
Often, copies are not sufficient and require a
raised seal.
2. Buried treasure -- If you've
hidden any valuables around the house, be sure to
collect them before leaving. You should carry
valuable items such as jewelry with you or keep
them in a safe deposit box instead of packing them
on the moving van.
3. Old phone numbers -- Pack
phone books from your existing residence to take
with you. You may think you'll remember the
numbers you frequently call now, but more likely
you'll spend a small fortune on directory
assistance charges to contact old friends or tie
up loose ends.
4. Taken to the cleaners --
Remember to collect all items that are being
cleaned, stored or repaired (for example, dry
cleaning, shoes, watches, etc.). Also, remember to
return library books, movie rentals and anything
else you may have checked out.
5. What's your new address? --
Keep your new address handy in your wallet or
purse. In the flurry of preparing for a move, you
may forget your new address -- important
information when forwarding periodicals, mail and
credit card bills, as well as keeping in touch
with old friends.
6. Spic and span -- Remember to
leave out cleaning supplies for the final
“once-over” before closing the door
for good, or make arrangements in advance for a
service to clean for you. To reduce the amount of
things you take with you, if you are cleaning the
home yourself, use up previously purchased
cleaning products, and then throw away the empty
containers when you leave.
7. The opener -- Many people
often forget to take the electric garage door
opener out of their automobile before leaving.
Remember to leave the opener for the new
residents.
8. Remember “Rover”
-- In most cases, moving companies cannot
transport animals or plants. Plan ahead and make
arrangements for their safe transfer.
9. Bank on it –- It's wise
to open a checking account in your new town about
a month prior to your move so that you have
immediate access to your funds. It enables you to
have a little cash on hand at your new residence.
On occasion, retailers will decline to cash
“out-of-town” checks.
10. Keys to success –-
Remember the collection of spare house keys.
Whether it means retrieving keys from neighbors or
from under the rock next to the front door, don't
forget to gather all sets before departing. |
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