Remember to:

• Empty freezer.
• Defrost and clean refrigerator.
• Plan for special care needs for infants or pets.
• Check with Department of Agriculture in new area regarding restrictions on plants.
• The Day of the Move
• Carry enough cash or traveler's checks to cover cost of moving services and expenses until you make banking connections in your new city.
• Carry jewelry and documents with you or use certified mail.
• Notify friends and/or relatives of your travel route including overnight stops.
• Double-check closets, shelves, bathrooms, and cupboards for anything you may have missed.
• Leave old keys, garage door openers, broiler pans, instruction manuals, etc. for new owner with real estate agent.

At Your New Home:

• Obtain certified checks or cashier's checks necessary for closing your real estate transaction.
• Check on service of telephone, electric, gas, etc.
• Check water heater, pilot light inside oven and furnace.
• Register car(s) within 5 days, apply for new driver's license, and record new address on license(s).
• Register to vote.
• Transfer auto club membership.
• Register children in school.
• Locate and register in new place of worship.
• Arrange for new doctors, dentist, pharmacy, etc.