Below are some basic things to consider when preparing to move. Additional moving resources are provided at the right.

One Month Before

• Interview and choose a moving company. Reserve the date.
• Gather and keep all-important papers in an accessible place (i.e. medical, bank, insurance and school records.)
• Gather and keep all important phone numbers in an accessible place.
• Send out change of address cards to important contacts (I.e. banks, credit cards, dentist, doctors, insurance.)
• Beg, borrow or buy sturdy boxes, lots of boxes ----you'll need, more than you think.

Two Weeks Before

• Fill out mail forwarding card at the Post Office or change your address online.
• Start packing; label your boxes with contents, room destination and "Open First" for essentials
• In the "Open First" box you will want to include toilet paper, medications, first aid kit and light bulbs.
• Get rid of STUFF-decide what to move, donate or sell, remember STUFF requires stuff management.
• Plan connect/disconnect dates with gas, electric, and cable TV companies.
• Set up phone and water service at your new residence.
• Evaluate your furniture for special needs. Pianos, large wall units and sofa beds, may need special equipment 
• Notify moving company of any special needs.