Two good ways to eliminate unnecessary items are (1) hosting a garage sale or (2) donating to charities. These two techniques can help you to raise a little cash or serve as a tax deduction. Arrange for disposal of items not sold or donated. Contact your insurance agent to transfer property, fire, auto and medical insurance. Organize dental and medical records. Be sure to include prescriptions, eyeglass specifications and vaccination records. Inquire about changes in your auto licensing and insurance when moving. Notify your children's school(s). Make arrangements for records to be forwarded to the new school district.
SIX WEEKS BEFORE MOVING
Contact any clubs or organizations you are associated with for information on transferring, selling or ending your memberships. Start becoming acclimated to your new community. Familiarize yourself with your new shopping districts and the location of hospitals. police and fire departments. Contact the Chamber of Commerce or the Visitor's Bureau to request any desired information on schools, parks and recreation, community calendars and maps.
FIVE WEEKS BEFORE MOVING
Start including your children in the process. Make it exciting and fun by having your kids do some of their packing and labeling. If you plan to do any part of the packing, start collecting suitable containers and packing materials. If no longer required, cancel local deliveries.
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