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5 Things People Forget to do After They Move
There are plenty of steps you need to take when moving from home to home. With so many moving parts in motions, it's best to make a list of all the details you need to address before you change your address. Our real estate agents have helped many clients move, and we often see clients forget about the following five details that tend to fall off that list.
- Personal Records & Mail
If you are moving out of town, make sure you have copies of your dental, medical, veterinary, and other important records with you. This will save you time and energy down the road, and it's easy to start compiling these in the weeks and months before your move. Further, don't forget to pick up your mail and make sure that you have filed your change of address form with the post office. Lastly, make sure that you update your auto/life/homeowner's insurance providers, your bank, and other accounts with your new address. - Library Books, Dry Cleaning, etc.
Make sure you return all of your library books and pick up the dry cleaning before you head out of town. Similarly, collect any items you have loaned out and return any items you have borrowed from friends, family, and neighbors. You will also want to cancel any gym/club memberships that are not portable to your new location. - Move-in Kits
Having a few move-in kits set aside will reduce the pressure to unpack everything at once or dig through boxes trying to find what you need. Your move-in kits should include the essentials you will need when you get to your new home. One kit should consist of toilet paper and toiletries, cleaning supplies, disposable plates/utensils, and other items that you will need on the first day or two in your new home. One kit should have medical supplies, prescription medications, and other essentials. Think of it as a big First Aid kit. If you have children, give each a backpack where they can put stuffed animals, toys, snacks, water/juice, and other items to help keep them comfortable in the first few days. - Turn Off (and On) the Utilities
Schedule a utility shut off at your old home for 2-3 days after you leave, and have the utilities in your new home turned on 2-3 days before you plan to arrive. This will ensure you have hot water, heat, and the ever precious Wi-Fi the moment you walk in the door to your new home. - Color Code Boxes/Furniture
Labeling your boxes and furniture with a simple color-coded sticker will make it easy as pie to unload the truck and get everything in the right room. This will save you time and effort during the move-in process, which will significantly reduce the stress of moving day. Likewise, make sure that you label boxes containing any valuables and delicate items as "fragile." Many people often overlook this simple step that can go a long way towards protecting glass, artwork, and other precious items from breakage.
Contact us for more information about the many Richmond homes for sale this month. Our team ready to help you find the home that is ideal for your family and lifestyle.