Moving can be an overwhelming experience. You may already be cringing at the thought just looking around at your current home. Use the following chart to help you plan a successful, stress-free move.

Two Months Before Your Move

• Interview movers (book your truck if you're not using professionals)
• Start collecting boxes (if they're not being provided by the mover)
• Sort your belongings into what is coming with you and what's not

Six Weeks Before Your Move

• Begin writing your moving notices - use this checklist as a guide
• Plan your garage sale
• Start packing items you don't use regularly

One Month Before Your Move

• Contact the utilities and make arrangements to transfer services
• Contact phone and cable companies

Two Weeks Before Your Move

• Confirm your movers (either professionals or friends)
• Book the elevators (if you're moving into or out of a high-rise)

One Week Before Your Move

• Call your RE/MAX associate and arrange for a pre-closing inspection
• Make an appointment to see your lawyer and review details
• Contact your lender and ensure that funds are available
• Have all of your valuables gathered and begin packing them in suitcases for personal transport
• A few days before your move, begin defrosting and drying out the freezer

On Moving Day

• Keep your moving file on hand
• Organize your belongings so that they end up in the right room
• Begin unpacking any items provided by the movers which will incur daily usage charges after the move
• Try to relax

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Allan Todd, REALTOR
Remax Professionals Inc., Brokerage

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