1 – 2
months
before moving
- Schedule transfer of records (medical, children in school, etc.)
- Get copies of any records needed (medical, dental, etc.)
- Schedule disconnection/ connection of utilities at both homes
- Phone/ Cable/ Internet
- Garbage
- Water
- Gas/ Electric
3-4
Weeks
before moving
- Fill out “Change of Address” at Canada Post office or online
- Notify your insurance and credit card companies
- Cancel automated payment plans & local accounts/ memberships
- Have home insurance policies set up for your new home
- Provide important contacts with your new address
- Employers
- Accountant
1-2
Weeks
before moving
- Ensure an appointment has been made with your lawyer/ notary for the closing of your sale
- Schedule cancellation of services at your old place
- Newspapers and Magazines
- Landscapers
2-4
days
before moving
- Arrange key pick up with Realtor
- Reconfirm appointment with the movers or contact friends/ family for help
- If you have children or pets, arrange a sitter
- Empty, defrost and clean refrigerator
- Find out garbage collection day in your new neighborhood
THE
BIG
DAY!
- Perform an initial inspection “walk-through”; note any damages and take photos if needed
- Verify utilities and appliances work (run dishwasher, washer/ dryer, turn on the oven and elements, fridge, freezer & etc.)
- Power
- Water
- Heating and cooling
- CELEBRATE!!
