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We hope the following checklist of pre-moving "to-do" items will help your move go smoothly!
6 Weeks
Choose your exterior and interior colors of your new home, if needed.
Check Mark Start getting estimates for movers and other moving expenses and budget for these costs.
Check Mark Make a file for all moving estimates and receipts.
Check Mark Call the I.R.S. to find out which moving expenses are tax deductible.
Check Mark Call your home insurance agent to confirm new policy.
Check Mark Contact your child's school, doctors and dental offices to have records transferred.
Check Mark Take an inventory of everything you will get rid of and plan a rummage sale or charity pick-up.
Check Mark Make an effort to use up frozen food that can't be moved.

5 Weeks
Check Mark Start gathering boxes if you are packing yourself.
Check Mark Cancel deliveries if they are no longer needed.
Check Mark Register your kids in their new school.

4 Weeks
Check Mark If packing yourself, start packing up items that are rarely used i.e. fancy dishes, glasses, artwork, etc.
Check Mark If you are currently in an apartment, contact building management about moving day restrictions.
Check Mark Schedule a moving date with your moving company.
Check Mark Schedule a walk-through with Mandalay Homes, LLC.

3 Weeks
Check Mark Return library books, pick up items at the dry cleaners, or anything at repair shops.
Check Mark Decide if you are keeping or giving away plants.
Check Mark Have your car serviced if you will be driving a great distance for your move.
Check Mark Clear out and clean your home (particularly attic, basement, closets).

1 Week
Check Mark File a change of address with the post office, as well as with credit cards, magazine subscriptions, friends and family.
Check Mark Call the utility companies for disconnect service. Have services transferred, or call new utility company for connection service (cable, electric, gas, fuel, phone and water).
Check Mark Don't forget to label all boxes and items to be moved.
Check Mark Empty and defrost refrigerator at least 24 hours before moving.
Check Mark Pay outstanding bills.
Check Mark If your home will be vacant, tell the police and neighbors.
Check Mark Finish packing and set aside essentials, such as:
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Check MarkEyeglasses or Contact lenses
Check MarkToys and Games to Entertain the Kids
Check MarkNecessary Moving Information

Moving Day
Check Mark Provide movers with specific loading instructions, directions to new home, etc.
Check Mark Check the entire home one last time.
Check Mark Leave your new address for the future residents so they may forward any stray mail.
Check Mark Separate last load items, such as your vacuum and bed sheets (first things you will want when you unload).
Check Mark You will probably arrive before the moving truck. Look things over and make sure the utilities and phone have been connected.
Check Mark Take a look at your new floor plan and determine where movers should place furniture. Have payment ready for movers.

After Move
Check Mark Keep all records and documents in one place for tax purposes.
Check Mark Get new driver's license and plates if necessary.
Check Mark Register to vote.
Check Mark Call your local newspaper, cable company and internet service providers for subscriptions.
Check Mark Enjoy your new home!
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