Buyer’s Move-in Checklist
Before you move
Address Change Notification
Post office forwarding address
Subscriptions
Friends and relatives
Bank and other financial institutions
Insurance
Notify insurance companies of new coverage address: life, health, fire, and auto
Change Over Services
Gas, electric, water, phone, cable TV, garbage, internet, and newspaper
Gather records (for move to new city)
Ask doctor and dentist for referrals; transfer needed prescriptions
Obtain birth records, medical records, etc.
Obtain pet records and tags
Moving Company
Schedule moving company
Clean rugs or clothing before moving; have them wrapped for moving
Check insurance coverage, labor cost for packing and unpacking, arrival date, various shipping papers, method and time of expected payment
Plan for special care needs for children and pets on moving day
Moving day
On Moving Day
Carry enough cash to cover cost of moving services and expenses until you establish bank accounts in new city
Carry jewelry and documents on your person — or use registered mail to deliver
Plan for transporting pets
Let a close friend or relative know the route and schedule you will travel including overnight stops; use them as message headquarters
Double check closets, drawers, and shelves for items left behind
Leave old keys for new owner (or tenant) with agent, landlord, or neighbor
After the move
At New Address
Check if service is switched on for telephone, internet, cable, gas, electricity, water, and garbage
Check pilot light on stove, hot water heater, and furnace
Check if appliances are working
Notify DMV of new address update
Visit city offices and re-register to vote
Register car within five days after arrival in state or a penalty may have to be paid when obtaining new license plates
Apply for a driver’s license in new state
Register children in school
Arrange for medical services: doctor, dentist, veterinarian, etc.