identify your things while moving. If you're PCSing, the movers will have a roll of numbered stickers for each item and box. 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. Contact me for the checklist I give to my clients. 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. AT LEAST A MONTH BEFORE THE B RE THE BIG MOVE • Decide on whether you’re going to hire a moving company to help you or if you decide to do it yourself. 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. If you are PCSing a mover will be assigned to you through the TMO office. • If you are moving your own stuff, ask friends and relatives for help. Ensure you get twice as many as you really need to commit because there will be last minute cancellations. • Go through all your “stuff” and identify the things that you’ll keep and those that you’ll dispose of. Remember, less is more. If you no longer use it, give it away or sell it. This will make packing easier and quicker for you. Post of social media garage sale and PCS sites and Craigslist.
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