or ignored. Luckily, the stress can be minimized and the possible problems avoided with a bit of help and resources. As with most tasks, organization and careful planning is key to moving. A checklist will help you remain organized with the tasks of sorting, labeling, and packing your things.
PREPARING YOUR CHECKLIS UR CHECKLIST
Moving your entire home means that you need to prepare at least two checklists. The first is a checklist of all the items you’ll be bringing with you, grouped according to the room to which they belong. In addition to indicating the room, it’s a great idea to number the boxes. This way, you can indicate on your checklist where each item is packed. It will make it easier to sort and identify your things while moving. The second checklist that you need is a list of all the tasks involved in your move, such as packing, labeling, disposing of items not being moved with you, utility turn-off and turn-on at the new home, and others. No task is too small for your checklist. It pays to be prepared. To help you with this list, here’s a comprehensive sample to which you can refer. You might divide it into segments of time to keep you organized.
A MONTH BEFORE THE B RE THE BIG MOVE
• Ask friends and relatives for referrals to moving companies and inquire about their services, procedures, and policies. Get at least three estimates from different companies so that you can compare their services and choose the one that best suits your needs and budget. • Go through all your “stuff” and identify the things that
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