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Saturday, December 3rd, 2011

After you’ve moved in, it’s a good idea to let all your electrical appliances return to room temperature before plugging them in.
Don’t forget to be environmentally friendly! Flatten all your moving boxes for recycling. Many moving companies will pick them up after your move.
Before you begin to unpack, don’t forget to wipe out all cabinets and shelves.
Boiling Cinnamon sticks will give your kitchen a clean, fresh scent.
It’s important to tape your microwave shut and remove the glass plate before you move.
If you’re planning on hiring a mover, but want to keep costs low, consider doing your own packing. You can also save time and purchase your own packing boxes in advance.
It is wise to arrange for quick cash to cover unexpected or emergency moving-related expenses.
Make sure that direct debit and billings links to your bank accounts are organized to handle any changes resulting from your move.
Certain times of the year are busier moving times. It’ wise to plan ahead and make sure there is availability on the day you want to move.
Most gas, water and electricity companies require several days notice for disconnecting and re-connecting your services.
Be prepared to order take-out food or eat out on the first couple of nights in your new home. Chances are you’ll feel tired to cook, but even of you do feel like cooking, most of your kitchen appliances will probably still be packed away.

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Saturday, December 3rd, 2011

Important documents such as wills or deeds, jewelry, photos, and family videos are impossible to replace. Consider moving these and other important belongings to a safety deposit box while you move.
Find out if homeowners or renters insurance policy covers your belongings in transit.
Be sure to settle all bills that may be overlooked in the move a few days before moving day.
Remember to contact your local post office and fill out forwarding address forms.
Additionally, leaving a small welcome card with your forwarding address for the new people moving into your old home is a nice way of asking for any additional pieces of your mail to be redirected.
You should always shut and lock all windows and doors as you leave your old home on moving day.
Many movers will be able to make special arrangements for transporting your plants and pets.
If moving into an apartment/ highrise be sure to book the elevator with the management company.
Avoid loading more than 50 pounds into one box.
Label each box and indicate the following: which room it should go in, whether it is fragile, and if it should be loaded last so it will be unloaded first.
Pack medications in a leak proof container.
Movers are limited by law in what they can give you for lost or damaged goods. To cover potential damage, check with existing homeowner’s or renter’s policy.
Document an inventory of all your belongings before you pack.

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