Relocation Guide

Your Relocation Checklist

Follow these steps and moving will feel manageable, even smooth.

8–10 Weeks Before Moving Day

• Hire a real estate professional to sell your current home and/or buy in your new city.
• Research your new city: commute times, schools/childcare, taxes/insurance, and cost of living.
• Visit in person to lock down housing.
• Choose one place (planner or app) to track all moving info, numbers, and contacts.

6–8 Weeks Before Moving Day

• Pick your move date.
• Create your moving budget.
• Hire movers or reserve a truck for a DIY move.
• Gather important records and documents.
• Declutter and donate what you do not need.

4 Weeks Before Moving Day

• Stock up on boxes, bubble wrap, and tape.
• Pack non-essentials you will not use this month.
• Start change-of-address notifications.
• Update accounts and notify your bank to avoid fraud flags.
• Schedule cancellation of utilities and services.

2 Weeks Before Moving Day

• Prepare an essentials box to pack last and open first.
• Schedule final house cleaning.
• Set up utilities at the new home.
• Refill prescriptions.
• Schedule pet checkups and grooming.

Moving Day

• Take a photo with your old home and say a proper goodbye.
• Load, travel, unload. Verify any damages or missing items on the bill of lading.
• Install appliances and reassemble furniture.
• Tip your movers and celebrate progress.

After the Move

• Unpack within two weeks and recycle boxes.
• Review legal documents (e.g., wills) for any needed updates.
• Update driver license and vehicle registration.
• Test security and fire safety devices.
• Plug into your new city: gym, medical care, shopping, and your go-to takeout.

You did it. Get comfortable, relax, and enjoy your new home.