How to Prepare for Your Move

As a mortgage lender since 1998, I have helped literally thousands of families embark on their new journey of homeownership and while it can be exciting, it can be chaotic it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. As with any journey, a good road map will make the trip smoother. If you are planning on moving to another state that is a lot further, you may want to look at how best to get your household items there in the safest manner you can. For instance, a trucking company like https://www.csatransportation.com/contact/trucking-dallas-tx can be highly beneficial, especially if you have to transport bigger items like a car, sofa, etc. It can save you from making multiple journeys back and forth, whilst getting you to your new home in one piece.

I hope this checklist will be helpful as you prepare for the big day.

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Four Weeks Prior to the Move:

• Establish a moving file or folder to collect all documents related to the move.
• Set up a file to collect documents (financial, tax, employment) needed for your loan.
• Sell or donate unwanted household and personal items, or put them into self storage using something like keepsafe storage perth
• Meet with 3 or 4 movers to get estim job.
• Arrange to have medical/dental/vet records transferred or obtain copies.
• Make sure the house has the correct security like proper locks and a home security camera alarm system
• Contact insurance company to transfer policies.
• Contact schools for copies of student records.