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by David B. Zwiefelhofer
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y closing.
VIII. Moving
Moving Checklist
1. Check Homeowner’s Insurance — coverage termination date on old residence, coverage on the move as well as the new house.
2. Change of Address Forms — obtain from your local post office, fill out send to all correspondents.
3. Transfer Records — request in writing transfer of records from current to new institutions.
4. Switch Utility Services — contact your current service providers and tell them the date on which to cease service and where to send the final bills.
5. Contact New Service Providers — tell them when to start service.
6. List Belongings Not Wanted — so you can donate, sell or dispose of them.
7. Inventory Belongings — so you can be certain you lose nothing in the move and obtain adequate homeowner’s insurance.
Plan your move ahead of time to insure a smooth transition. If you don’t mind spending the money, hiring a moving company will save you a lot of time, effort and maybe even injury.
When hiring a moving company, find the top four or five and ask them for estimates. When doing so, be sure to let them know you are getting estimates and will be comparing them before making a decision on which company to hire. When asking for an estimate, ask for an itemized list of services with the price for each broken out. When you get an estimate, make sure it is complete and accurate because it is only for the items listed. If your estimate is a guaranteed or “not-over” type ask if extra |
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