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Give your
forwarding address to the post office, usually 2 to 4 weeks ahead of the
move
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Notify your credit card companies,
magazine subscriptions and bank of the change of address
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 Develop
a list of friends, relative and business colleagues who need to be
notified of the move
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Arrange to have utilities disconnected at
your old home and connected at your new one.
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Cancel the newspaper
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Check insurance coverage for moved
items... Usually movers only cover what they pack
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clean out appliances and prepare them for
moving, if applicable
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Note the weight of the goods you'll have
moved, since long distance moves are usually billed according to weight.
Watch for movers that use excessive padding to add weight
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Have a first
open box with the things you'll need the most...
toilet paper, soap, trash bags, scissors, hammer, screwdriver, pencils
and paper, cups and plates, water, snacks and toothpaste
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Plus, if you're
moving out of town...
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Get copies of medical and dental reco rds
and prescriptions for your family and your pets
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Get copies of children's school records
for transfer
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Ask friends for introductions to anyone
they know in your new neighborhood
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Consider special car needs for pets when
traveling
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Let a friend or relative know your route
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Carry traveler's checks or an ATM card
for ready cash until you can open a bank account
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Empty your safety deposit box
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Put plants in boxes with holes for air
circulation if you're moving in cold weather
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