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Moving Checklist

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Before You Move:
  • Notify post office, charge accounts, credit card companies, utility companies, past employer (for tax return purposes), subscriptions, family and friends, etc. of address change
  • Close out local bank accounts and set up new bank account, if necessary
  • Notify insurance companies of new location for coverage
  • Obtain school records, legal records and other important documents
  • Obtain medical records and history, transfer prescriptions, and research/request referrals for doctors, dentists, specialists, etc. in new town
  • Use up perishables, defrost freezer, clean refrigerator
  • Prepare large appliances and rugs for proper moving
  • Disconnect utilities and get refunds for any deposits made
  • Notify and register children in new school
  • Request a relocation package from your REALTOR® or the city's Chamber of Commerce

On Moving Day:
  • Double check rooms, closets, and cabinets for possible items left behind
  • Make sure children have books and games to keep entertained during travel
  • Prepare pets for transportation
  • Carry jewelry and important documents on your person
  • Leave all old keys needed for new tenant with your REALTOR®

At Your New Address:
  • Check on utility services - gas, electric, water, telephone, etc.
  • If relocating to new state, register car within 5 days of arrival and apply for state driver's license
  • If staying within state, obtain a driver's license with your new address on it
  • Register children in school if you haven't done so already
  • Set up new patient appointments with doctors, dentist, etc.
  • Explore your neighborhood!

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Real Estate Performance Group

207.553.2424  |   [email protected]
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  • Home
  • About
    • Mission Statement
    • Melissa Richter
    • Ezra Koch
    • SOLD Gallery
  • Contact
  • Communities
    • Arundel
    • Biddeford
    • Buxton
    • Cape Elizabeth
    • Cumberland
    • Dayton
    • Falmouth
    • Freeport
    • Kennebunk
    • Old Orchard Beach
    • Portland
    • Gorham
    • Gray
    • Saco
    • Scarborough
    • South Portland
    • Standish
    • Wells
    • Westbrook
    • Windham
    • Yarmouth
  • Sellers
    • Your Home's Value
    • Relocating to Maine
    • Local Market Reports
    • Selling your home
    • Preparing your home for sale
    • Boosting Curb Appeal
    • Tips for showing your home
    • Selling to Move up
  • Buyers
    • Buying a home in Portland
    • Dream Home Finder
    • Wants vs Needs Checklist
    • Getting a Mortgage
    • Relocation Resources
    • Moving checklist
  • Search
  • Sold Listings
  • Luxury Line
  • High Performance Homes