Moving To-Do/Checklist

Moving from one home to another could bring up more questions than you would have expected in the first place. Although it seems intimidating, we have come up with a generic guide for you to follow along in different parts of the process. Contact us for more information or specific questions.

Clean your home
Decide it is the right time to sell (it is!)
If you are buying, get pre-approved by your lender
Do your homework on the current market/contact us for details
Complete repairs that will help sell your home
Declutter and depersonalize your home
Consider curb appeal
Prepare for contact with industry personnel (agents, lenders, title companies, repair men, inspectors, appraisers, etc.)
Decide which items will remain in the home and be included in the sale

Contact trusted movers and get an estimate on moving costs
It is easier to take time out of each day to pack, instead of trying to do it all at once
Label boxes clearly
Determine if you will need to rent an extra storage area
Keep in mind contract deadlines that were sent to you
If necessary, locate near schools, healthcare providers, and other points of interest offered in your new neighborhood
Clean your appliances for someone else to move in and take over
Keep all of your important documents together
Working with us guarantees clear communication about questions you may have, do not be afraid to ask!

Let your friends and family know you moved and have a new address!
Keep in mind the title company transfers the water bill into your name
Get used to your new neighborhood and determine easy transportation routes for work, school, etc.
Get your pet registered to the area
Update voter registration
Check on your security system requirements
Update address:
Post Office (forward mail to new address)
Phone, cable, and internet
Gas and electric
Home insurance
Vehicle Insurance
Your employer
Bank and Credit Card companies
Online Shopping Sites
Clubs and organizations
Dr. Dentist, Vet, etc.
Clean your heater and A/C unit
Check smoke detectors and replace where needed
Get a fire extinguisher
Find out what day is Trash/Recycle pickup
Meet your neighbors

We have attached a printable sheet for your reference, please see link below-