Making a move of any kind can be hectic and stressful.
Moving homes can sometimes feel like moving mountains, having so much to do and
not knowing where to start. Having a to do list to keep organized can help
alleviate some of the stress and having a moving check list can save you from
forgetting some extremely important steps along the way. Here are a few things
that you may not have on your list to make the experience go smoothly:
1.
Notify everyone about your change of address.
The post office offers a temporary forwarding service in case you forget some
companies/bill collectors. You will need to update family, doctors, dentist,
subscriptions, government offices, bank, etc.
2.
Cancel deliveries for your local paper and any
other services that cannot be transferred to the new address.
3.
Disconnect utilities and notify where to send
the final bill. The hydro company or hot water tank rental should be on the top
of the list. Phone, cable, gas, electric, and any others should be checked to
make sure you receive your refund for any deposits made.
4.
Be sure to leave extra keys on the counter for
the new occupants. If you kept appliance manuals leave those as well.
5.
Obtain school records for the children if they
will be making a transfer to a new school district.
6.
Have the car tuned up for the trip. The extra
loads and mileage is hard enough on your vehicle, the last thing you need on
moving day is a car that won’t start.
7.
Confirm with the lawyer that you have followed
all instructions for closing day. Missing documents or not completing necessary
instructions can lead to costly delays.
8.
Don’t forget to clean up after it’s all said and
done. Be considerate and don’t leave a mess behind.
Saying goodbye to one home and neighbourhood and discovering
a new one can be very exciting. Just make sure it is not hectic as well. You
will want to plan ahead to make the transition as smooth as possible for
everyone involved. That way, you can breathe easy and enjoy your new home
without having to worry so much. If you’re not sure and have questions, I’d be
more than happy to help. Contact me for all your real estate needs. Call
647-308-5148 and if no answer send a text and I’ll be sure to reply!
Makini
Smith
Sales
Representative
RE/MAX
First Realty Ltd., Brokerage
www.makinismith.com
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