Moving Checklist

Before You Move:

Notify postoffice, charge accounts, credit card companies, utility companies, past employer (for tax return purposes), subscriptions, family and friends, etc. of address change
Close out local bank accounts and set up new bank account, if necessary
Notify insurance companies of the new location for coverage
Obtain school records, legal records, and other important documents
Obtain medical records and history, transfer prescriptions, and research/request referrals for doctors, dentists, specialists, etc. in the new town
Use up perishables, defrost freezer, clean refrigerator
Prepare large appliances and rugs for proper moving
Disconnect utilities and get refunds for any deposits made
Notify and register children in new school

On Moving Day:

At Your New Address:

Check on utility services – gas, electric, water, telephone, etc.
If relocating to new state, register car within 5 days of arrival and apply for state driver’s license
If staying within state, obtain a driver’s license with your new address on it
Register children in school if you haven’t done so already
Set up new patient appointments with doctors, dentist, etc.
Explore your neighborhood!