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Moving Checklist
Keeping in mind that you will be run off your feet as the move gets closer, we thought you might appreciate a few tips on organization from people who have seen virtually all of the things that can possibly go wrong, actually go wrong.
More than a month before the move
Start a moving expenses book. Some of your expenses may be tax deductible, so be sure to save the receipts. Get written estimates from at least two moving companies and make sure the movers know all the items which are to be included. Do not include jewellery or other small valuables. Mover's insurance is usually minimal. Check that movers' insurance will pay replacement cost of goods which are lost. You may need to purchase additional coverage. Notify your own insurance company of the move and ask for the policy to be reviewed. If furniture is to be stored, what does the insurance policy cover? Get a written commitment from the moving company confirming the date of the move and the time of arrival. Ask for references from movers. Don't be misled by rates- inquire about additional charges and methods used to compute time. Contact provincial health insurance authorities for the province you are moving out of, and the one you are moving into. If it is within the same province, notify them of your change of address. Contact your saving branch manager to arrange for the transfer of all accounts, personal loans, etc. if required. Order cheques with the new address. Register your change of address with the post office and obtain a supply of change of address cards. Begin mailing change of address cards. Keep a list of cards sent. Don't forget to notify all credit card companies. Gather all important documents. Don't forget the pet's documents. Resign from any clubs or organizations that are not active in your new community. Cancel newspaper subscriptions or change delivery address.
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