Before You Leave
Give Address Change To:
Bank:
Insurance:
Utility Companies:
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Gas,
electric, water, telephone, fuel.
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Get
refunds on any deposits made.
Medical, Dental:
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Ask
doctor and dentist for referrals.
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Transfer
needed prescriptions, eyeglasses, X-rays.
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Obtain
birth records, medical records, etc.
And Don't Forget To:
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Empty
freezer
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Defrost
freezer and clean refrigerator. Place charcoal to dispel odors.
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Have
appliances serviced for moving.
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Clean
rugs and clothing before moving: Have them wrapped for moving.
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Check
with your moving counselor: Insurance coverage, packing and unpacking labor, arrival day, various
shipping papers, method and time of expected payment.
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Plan for
special car needs of infants.
On Moving Day
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Carry
enough cash or travelers checks to cover cost of moving services and
expenses until you make banking connections in the new city.
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Carry
jewelry and documents yourself, or use registered mail.
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Plan for
transporting pets; they are poor traveling companions if unhappy.
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Double
check closets, drawers, and shelves to be sure they are empty.
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Leave all
old keys needed by new owner with your Realtor.
At Your New Address
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Check
on service of telephone, gas, electricity and water.
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Check
pilot on stove, water heater and furnace.
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Have new
address recorded on driver's license.
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Register
car within 5 days after arrival in state, or a penalty may have to be paid
when getting new license plates.
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Apply for
state drivers license.
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Register
children in school.
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Arrange
for medical services: Doctor, dentist, etc.
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