Planning Your Move

Moving to a new home is an exciting but often complex process. It involves careful planning, organization, and coordination to ensure a smooth transition. Use this checklist to stay on track and make your move as stress-free as possible.

Three to Four Weeks Before Moving

1. Plan the Move: Decide how you’ll transport your belongings. Whether hiring a moving company or renting a truck, gather recommendations, compare estimates, and confirm availability.
2. Gather Supplies: Stock up on packing essentials such as boxes, tape, packing materials, and labels.
3. Sort and Declutter: Identify items to donate, sell, or discard. Use this opportunity to lighten your load before the move.
4. Notify Key Services: Schedule disconnection of utilities (electricity, gas, water, internet, etc.) at your current home and set up services at your new address.
5. Confirm Logistics: Reserve moving services or rental equipment to secure your preferred moving date.

Two Weeks Before Moving

1. Address Updates: Notify the post office and update your address for subscriptions, banks, and other important accounts.
2. Prepare Essentials: Begin using up perishable food and cleaning supplies to avoid waste.
3. Recruit Help: Arrange for childcare, pet care, or assistance from friends and family during the move.
4. Organize Your New Space: Plan where furniture and belongings will go in your new home.
5. Purchase Insurance: Confirm moving insurance to protect against loss or damage during the relocation process.
6. Schedule Final Walk-through of your new home with your Engel & Völkers Advisor

Moving Day Tips

• Double-check all rooms to ensure nothing is left behind.
• Keep important documents, medications, and valuables in a safe, easily accessible place.

Moving to a new home marks an exciting new chapter. By following this checklist, you’ll create a streamlined, organized process that ensures your transition is both smooth and enjoyable.