With years under my belt as a real estate agent, one thing that I know for certain is that moving is exhausting. Clients often feel overwhelmed just thinking about it.
One of the best tools to help manage those feelings is a checklist. It helps you stay focused and organized.
Smooth Mooove Senior Relocation Services shared a list with me recently that I’ll paste below. If you need assistance with moving, they’re a great resource and they offer a free estimate.
The Moooving Checklist
☐ First assignment: Decide what to keep, sell, or giveaway.
☐ Sort through your belongings: Give heirlooms to children and relatives who have room for them. Create donation bins.
☐ Decide whether to move yourself or hire professionals. Make reservations with a moving company or truck rental company.
☐ If hiring a mover, call three companies for estimates, ensuring they are licensed, bonded, insured, and DOT registered. Inquire about their employment status (W-2 employees, 1099 contractors, or day labor).
☐ Gather packing supplies: Boxes, packing material, tape, felt markers, and scissors.
☐ Make travel arrangements if moving a long distance: Airline, hotel, and rental car agency.
☐ Save all moving receipts for potential tax deductions. Check the current tax code for requirements.
☐ Place legal, medical, financial, and insurance records in a safe and accessible place. Scan documents so you always have a backup.
☐ Purchase replacement coverage for valuables to be moved.
☐ Have antiques, art pieces, and other valuables appraised for insurance purposes.
☐ Begin decluttering: Start with the basement, attic, garage, and other non-used areas.
☐ Use up foods and cleaning supplies that cannot be moved.
☐ Change your address on USPS.com.
This checklist is just a start. Companies like Smooth Mooove also provide moving supplies and other resources o just ask about things you’ll need to ensure yours is a smooth one.
Need other resources as you prepare to relocate? Just reach out to us at Atlanta Seniors Real Estate. We’re happy to help.
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