The Only Moving Checklist You'll Ever Need

Nothing can make you feel quite as tired or befuddled as attempting get years of accumulated possessions ready for transport. As most people don't have the money, or the inclination, to hire professional movers, they tend to move themselves. Unfortunately, because they are not professionals, most people find moving to be an enormously convoluted chore.

While you may not be able to alleviate all of the headaches associated with relocation, you can move smart. The first step is to make a "moving checklist". This list will ensure that you have taken care of all the essentials so that no stone if left unturned during a potentially stress filled time.

1. File a change of address with the Post Office

Ensuring that you will receive your mail is very important, so visit your local post office and pick up a change of address form. Try to submit this information no less that 4 weeks prior to your move so you can rest assured that the changes have been implemented.

2. Shut off/turn on the utilities

Make sure the utilities have been transferred to your new location. Also check to see if they have been turned off from the old one as well. Mix ups can happen and you would hate to be stuck with two monthly electric bills.

3. Grab a few Moving Boxes

Any U-Haul or moving company will have moving boxes for purchase. The environmentally conscious can hunt for recycled boxes or secure them from local grocery or retail store.

Once the acquired boxes are packed up, be sure carefully mark them on the sides and on the top as well. All breakable items should be labeled as "fragile".

4. Have "Moving Sale"

There are some items that probably won't be feasible to take with you. These items may be of benefit to others however, so having a "moving sale" may be a great idea to eradicate extra stuff. Not only will you get rid of extra junk, you will make money that would be useful to you throughout the relocation process. Anything not sold can go to a local charity or to the dumpster.

5. Protect valuables

Antiques, expensive clothing and jewelry should all be properly allocated and protected via plastic wraps and padded furniture especially should be safeguarded. Many local moving suppliers will have the products necessary to keep your valued property safe during transit and after.

6. Rent truck

You don't need to hire an expensive moving company to have a successful move! You can go to any one of the local rent-a-truck type companies to obtain the size vehicles you'll need for your move. Be sure to look over the contract to see what your obligations are to the company and be sure to turn the truck in on time at the designated location.

You'll also want to have your car serviced prior to your move so it will be reliable enough to make the journey to your new digs.

7. Obtain cleaning supplies

Be sure to get essential cleaning products for both homes. In this way, you can clean up after yourself at your old home and spruce up your new place as well.

8. Perform a room by room check

Be sure to check every room prior to leaving your old home. This is especially important if you are moving to a new state, as it will be extremely hard to obtain any possessions that were left behind.

9. Designate responsibilities

Get your kids in the act -- you can make packing fun by having contests where people who load or pack boxes the fastest will get to go someplace they enjoy eating at as a reward!

You don't need to hire an expensive moving company to have a successful move! With the proper planning and right mindset, you can make the process smooth, coherent and some aspects can even fun!

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