Moving Checklist

6 weeks before move out day

• Create a "move" file to store related information and collect receipts for moving expenses.
• Visit IRS website at www.irs.gov and view publication 521 to learn more about tax deductible moving expenses.
• Contact your insurance agent to transfer property, fire, and auto insurance.
• Organize medical, dental records, eyeglass perscriptions etc...
• Contact your local post office or go online at www.usps.com to fill out change of address form.

5 weeks before move out day

• Start organizing your move.
  • – Items to leave behind or dipose of.
  • – Items for Scott Relocation to move.
  • – Items you will move yourself.
• Start to include children in the move process.
  • – Have them pack some of their own things.
  • – Suggest the way they would like their new room.
  • – Give them My Move Kit provided by Scott Relocation.

4 weeks before move out day

• If possible have garage sale of items you are not taking with you.
• If you have chosen to pack yourself, visit Packing Tips provided by Scott Relocation.
• Start collecting suitable containers and packing materials if you plan to pack yourself.  Scott Relocation can furnish these materials for a reasonable charge.

3 weeks before move out day

• Notify Scott Relocation of any changes to your move whether you are adding or subtracting items from planned household goods shipment or changing dates.
• Back up computer files and pictures on a disk.  Consider taking these disks with you, since computer software is delicate and sensitive to temperature changes.

2 weeks before move out day

• Make final packing decisions.
• Dispose of non-allowable items.
• Have your automobile serviced if traveling by car.
• Start packing

1 week before move out day

• Drain oil and gasoline from your lawn mower and power tools to ensure safe tiransportation.  Refer to owner's manual for specific instructions.
• Arrange to have your utilities disconnected the day after move out day.
• Arrange to have your utilities connected the day before your scheduled move in day.
• Prepare a trip kit for moving day
  • – Soap
  • – Toilet paper
  • – Travel alarm
  • – Snacks
  • – Bottled water
  • – First aid kit
• Visit our Top Ten Most Forgotten List provided by Scott Relocation.