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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whether you are buying or selling a home, RE/MAX is the name that
delivers. We are the most recognized name in Real Estate because
we attract the most outstanding agents; seasoned pros who bring
their collected and collective wisdom and experience to bear on
literally thousands and thousands of deals each year in this country.
You can count on the fact that a RE/MAX agent will always go the
distance to help you buy smart, or sell smart.
Allan
Todd, REALTOR®
Remax Professionals Inc., Brokerage
905-270-8840
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