Putting you entire life into a few dozen boxes can be overwhelming. Try these tips for a smoother move:
Keep track of your valuables using our Inventory Worksheet to help organize all the items you are moving.
Refer to our Packing Tips for the essentials on how to pack all the items in your home.
Use suitcases to their full potential. Fill them with clothes or other items for the move.
Create and "Open First" box with all the things you need upon arrival (medications, toiletries, linens, first aid kit, garbage bags, phone, ligh bulbs, flashlight,, phone books, towels, food for pets, a leash etc.) Make sure it is the last item packed so it will be easy to retrieve. Also make sure that tools are handy for rassembling beds and other items.
Create special boxes for children to open upon first arrival. Include, photos, stuffed animals, blandet, radio, CD's etc.
As you pack, put aside and lebel different house elated keys you come across to give to the new homewoner.