Burnaby Realtor - Michael Kuramoto

Some Moving Tips (Not all may be applicable)

Congratulations on the sale of your home! Here are some tips to prepare you for Moving Day.

- Click here: For a printable version of the Moving Checklist.

•	Book the Movers:	It is a good idea to obtain estimates from several different companies.
•	Book the Elevator:	If you are moving in to a strata complex, it may be necessary to contact the Property Manager to reserve the elevator for your move.

If You Own Your Present Home:

•	Arrange to have your
	- Gas
	- Electric meters
	read on the day you leave and have the bills forwarded to your new address.

If You Rent Your Present Home:

•	Disconnect your
	- Telephone
	- Cable TV
•	Give the necessary written notice to your landlord and make arrangements for the return of any money you have on deposit.

At Your "New" Home:

•	Make arrangements for the
	- Gas
	- Electric meters
	- Telephone
	- Cable TV
	to be connected on the Possession date.

In General :

•	Get "Change Address" cards from the post office and send them out well before the moving day to relatives, friends, charge accounts, etc. Or notify by email.
•	Have the post office forward your mail to your new address.
•	Cancel any contracted services and pre-authorized cheques.
•	Return things borrowed and collect those loaned.
•	Inform
	- Gardening
	- Dry cleaning
	- Garbage pickup
	- Newspapers
	- Magazines
	- and other home services.
	And arrange for services at your new address.
•	Cancel or transfer
	- School enrollment
	- Social
	- Athletic
	- Civic
	- Religious affiliations
	- Business affiliations
	- Memberships.
•	Notify insurance companies:
	- Health
	- Life
	- Auto
	- Home owners
	- and check with agent regarding coverage en route.
•	Change the address on your driver's license(s) effective the day of the move.
•	Collect all items out for cleaning, repairs, or storage, e.g. dry cleaning.
•	Make special arrangements for the moving of perishable, such as plants.
•	Make special arrangements for the moving of your pets.
•	Safely dispose of all flammable liquids as it is illegal for movers to carry them.