With more than 43 million Americans planning to move this year,
odds are even the most organized may not remember every detail of a
move — or every item. Remembering the “out of sight, out of mind”
objects increases your success in moving all of your belongings.
Mayflower suggests adding the following 10 points to the top of your
preparation list:

1. For the record — Obtain
   copies of your and your family’s medical records, including any dental
   and vaccine/immunization information, as well as any veterinary
   records for the family pet. In some cases, a notarized letter is
   required to receive official documentation; you may need to contact the
   American Medical Records Association to determine your new state’s
   needs. You might also consider transferring current prescriptions to a
   drugstore in your new town. 

   Another record you’ll want to be sure to have in hand is your
   child’s permanent school record. School records are usually required
   when registering your child at his/her new school. Often, copies are
   not sufficient and require a raised seal

2. Buried treasure — If you’ve hidden any
   valuables around the house, be sure to collect them before leaving. You
   should carry valuable items such as jewelry with you or keep them in a
   safe deposit box instead of packing them on the moving van.
3. Old phone numbers – Pack phone books from
   your existing residence to take with you. You may think you’ll remember
   the numbers you frequently call now, but more likely you’ll spend a
   small fortune on directory assistance charges to contact old friends or
   tie up loose ends.
4. Taken to the cleaners — Remember to collect
   all items that are being cleaned, stored or repaired (for example, dry
   cleaning, shoes, watches, etc.). Also, remember to return library
   books, movie rentals and anything else you may have checked out.
5. What’s your new address? — Keep your new
   address handy in your wallet or purse. In the flurry of preparing for a
   move, you may forget your new address — important information when
   forwarding periodicals, mail and credit card bills, as well as keeping
   in touch with old friends.
6. Spic and span — Remember to leave out
   cleaning supplies for the final “once-over” before closing the door for
   good, or make arrangements in advance for a service to clean for you.
   To reduce the amount of things you take with you, if you are cleaning
   the home yourself, use up previously purchased cleaning products, and
   then throw away the empty containers when you leave.
7. The opener — Many people often forget to take
   the electric garage door opener out of their automobile before
   leaving. Remember to leave the opener for the new residents.
8. Remember “Rover” — In most cases, moving
   companies cannot transport animals or plants. Plan ahead and make
   arrangements for their safe transfer.
9. Bank on it – It’s wise to open a checking
   account in your new town about a month prior to your move so that you
   have immediate access to your funds. It enables you to have a little
   cash on hand for unexpected expenses. On occasion, retailers will
   decline to cash “out-of-town” checks.
10. Keys to success – Remember the collection of
    spare house keys. Whether it means retrieving keys from neighbors or
    from under the rock next to the front door, don’t forget to gather all
    sets before you depart.

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