Eliminate everything you don't want to move.
 Prepare an inventory of everything you plan to move.
 Determine "replacement value" for insurance purposes.
 Notify the post office that you are moving.
 Make arrangements for medical or dental records, if necessary.
 Inquire about auto licensing and auto insurance, if moving out of state.
 Notify your children's school and make arrangements for records.
 Close any local charge accounts.
 Return any local cable equipment>
 Obtain any veterinarian records, if necessary.
 Make airline and hotel reservations, if necessary.

 Return anything you have borrowed and collect things you have loaned.
 Transfer bank accounts and safety deposit items.
 Arrange to disconnect utility services
 Arrange to connect utilities at your new residence.
 Arrange to have appliances services for your move.

 Dispose of all flammables.
 Plan articles that you will take with you in the car, toys for children.
 Arrange for shelves, TV antennas and any other items that you might take with you.
 Pack suitecases with clothing and personal items you'll need in your new home.
 In a special box, pack items you will need immmediately at your new residence.
 Make special cartons labeled "DO NOT MOVE" for items not being moved.

 Take down curtains and curtain rods.
 Empty and defrost your refrigerator and freezer, let them air out at least 24 hours.
 Clean and air out your range, stove or oven.
 Plan a simple breakfast for the next morning, (no appliances) and use paper plates.
 Finish packing your personal things (Leave out the alarm clock!)
 Get a good night's sleep and wait for Professional to arrive.

 Remove all keys from desks or safes and keep them in a safe place.
 Strip your beds, but leave them assembled. The moving crew can dismantle them.
 Be on hand when the movers arrive to answer questions and sign inventory.
 Accompany the foreman as he inventories your possessions to be moved.
 Check to make sure all of your appliances have been readied for transport.
 Place copies of the signed bill of lading and inventory in a safe place in the new location.
 Be sure the foreman has the correct delivery address, directions, and phone number.
 Confirm the expected delivery date and time with the foreman.
 Before leaving the house check closite, cupboards, cabinets, and all rooms.
 Make sure that you have locked all doors and windows.