Things You'll Need:
- Pen and Paper
- Computer and spreadsheet software
- Stationary/postcards
- All utility bills
- Banking information
- Address book
- New utility contact information
- New school contact information
- Movers/packers information
- Charitable organization
- Cleaning service
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Step 1
Using paper and pen or a spreadsheet, create a list of all of your current utilities and their contact information.
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Step 2
Create a list of subscriptions and mail lists you wish to continue.
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Step 3
Using the contact list and your address book, create postcards with your change of address information and determine a mailing date.
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Step 4
In your spreadsheet/list, set a goal date to terminate each of your utilities.
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Step 5
In your spreadsheet/list, set a goal date to connect utilities and enroll any children at your new place of residence.
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Step 6
Add to your spreadsheet a deadline to contact your bank to transfer your information to your new location.
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Step 7
Contact your movers/packers and schedule an appropriate date to engage their services. Be prepared to discard anything you do not wish them to pack.
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Step 8
Contact a local charitable organization to donate any unwanted household items. Try to schedule donations before movers and packers arrive, to ensure items are not mistakenly included in the move.
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Step 9
Schedule a cleaning service for your old residence the day after the movers are finished removing your household items.
