The process of moving can often take several months. Decisions must be made as you shop and design your new home or office, make arrangements to leave the old one, look for a new bank, school, doctor, etc., while trying to accomplish everything within your budget. The closer you get to moving day, the more psychological and emotional stress take their toll on you.
When the moving day arrives and it's all happening in front of you, things can start to feel overwhelming. It's understandable; your private items are out of your house and on the truck, you are leaving your home and neighborhood...it can feel like everything is out of your control. But don't worry, with an experienced mover and careful planning, you will relax and you may even enjoy the move!
In 1983, Moishes Moving Systems, also known as Moishes (Moishe's) Movers, started as a company comprised of one man with one van. Since then, Moishe Moving has been involved with thousands of moves each year with experience involving so many obstacles that Moishe's had overcome for their hundreds of thousands of customers. To Moishes Movers, it is obvious that even a simple move, if not given the proper thought, can become a situation both dramatic and traumatic for the customer. However, with Moishes Moving Experience, concern and organization, we eliminate most problems, and have turned some of the most complicated moves into problem-free, easy and efficient moves.
Moishes Moving Systems : Moishe's Movers Tips
One Month Before Moving
- Complete change of address order form for post office.
- Complete IRS change of address form.
- Arrangements with moving company or reserve a rental truck. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Make travel arrangements, if necessary, with airlines, buses, car rental agencies and hotels.
- Transfer memberships in churches, clubs and civic organizations.
- Obtain medical and dental records, x-rays and prescription histories. Ask doctor and dentist for referrals and transfer prescriptions.
- Set up a checking account in your new city. Consider american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Check into the laws and requirements of your new city regarding home-based businesses, professional tests, business licenses and any special laws that might be applicable to you.
- Take inventory of your belongings before they're packed, in the event you need to file an insurance claim later. If possible, take pictures or video tape your belongings. Record serial numbers of electronic equipment. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Make arrangements for transporting pets.
- Start using up food items, so that there is less left to pack and possibly spoil.
One To Two Weeks Before Moving
- Switch utility services to new address. Inform electric, disposal, water, newspaper, magazine subscription, telephone and cable companies of your move. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Arrange for help on moving day.
- Confirm travel reservations. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY
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Reserve elevator if moving from an apartment. - Have appliances serviced for moving.
- Clean rugs and clothing and have them wrapped for moving.
- Plan ahead for special needs of infants. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Close bank accounts and have your funds wired to your new bank. Before closing, be sure there are no outstanding checks or automatic payments that haven't been processed.
- Collect valuables from safe-deposit box. Make copies of any important documents before mailing or hand carry them to your new address. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Check with your insurance agent to ensure you'll be covered through your homeowner's or renter's policy during the move.
- Defrost freezer and refrigerator. Place deodorizer inside to control odors. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Give a close friend or relative your travel route and schedule so
you may be reached if needed.
On Moving Day
- Double check closets, drawers, shelves, attic and garage to be sure they are empty.
- Carry important documents, currency and jewelry yourself, or use registered mail.
- Carry travelers checks for quick, available funds. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
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After Arriving At New Home
- Renew your driver's license, auto registration and tags.
- Shop around for new insurance policies, especially auto coverage. Look into american moving New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago in New York City NY NYC NJ New Jersey Chicago
- Revise your will and other legal papers to avoid longer probate and higher legal fees.
- Locate the hospitals, police stations, veterinarian and fire stations
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