1. Make a plan of attack –Do you have willing helpers to assist in the move, or will you need to hire some help? Figure out what moving needs are. Stock up on boxes, packing tape, permanent markers and packing peanuts/bubble wrap.
2. Prioritize your packing – As you start packing your current home up, designate a few boxes for each room that you’ll need quick access to. Label these boxes “Open Now” so you know which boxes are filled with the essentials – and which ones can wait until later.
3. Don’t go at it alone – Packing is a monumental task. Invite some friends or relatives over, ask Angie to host pizza & beverages for the packing party! Delegate the tasks.
4. Don’t take it all –Create piles: a “keep” pile, a “sell” pile and a “donate” pile. Selling items before you move gives you extra money that you can put toward moving expenses. Added bonus: You reduce the clutter. Don’t wait! Start packing now!
5. Forward your mail – Believe it or not, people forget to do this all the time! It’s easy to change your address with the U.S. Postal Service. Simply visit the USPS website, https://www.change-of-address.us/default.aspx, and in a few steps you’re done!
6. Transfer your utilities – Check with your local utility providers, as well as other services (trash pickup, newspaper delivery, cable/Internet, phone), to inform them that you’re moving. They’ll need to know an exact date for your move so they can transition or cut off service. You don’t want to be billed for charges after you move! Make sure they understand it is a transfer to the new owner of your home, whom will also call on utilities. If the services ends up being canceled instead, someone will incur a charge!
7. Change your address everywhere else – Contact your bank, credit card companies, healthcare providers, schools, etc. to give them your new address. Although your mail will be forwarded, you still want to update your contact information as soon as possible to avoid missing important bills or letters.
8. Be flexible – Closing day can be unpredictable, and sometimes there are delays. If you’re scheduling movers or arranging for help, you might want to pick a day or two after closing to avoid a moving-day headache. Have a back-up plan for a place to stay if the closing date changes!
9. Consider hiring a professional house cleaner – Sellers don’t necessarily leave their homes in sparkling condition when they leave. Which is unfortunate! If time and budget permit, hire a house cleaner to make your new home move-in ready. It’s one less thing for you to worry about!

Don’t forget to always ask us for referrals for cleaners, moving services, and any other potential additional hands you may need to utilize during your move. We have an extensive list of suggested contacts which we update daily! Check out the full list now!