Who to Notify When Moving

Are you preparing for a move? In addition to all of the packing, cleaning, and organizing you have to do, you also need to notify the right people and organizations of your change of address. Here is a list of who to notify when you are moving.

1. Family and friends: Of course, you’ll want to let your family and friends know that you’re moving. You may even get help from them come moving day!
2. Landlord: If you’re currently renting, give your landlord your notice as specified in your lease agreement.
3. Employer: Be sure to let your employer know of your upcoming move so that they can update your records and contact information.
4. Utilities: Make sure to notify your gas, water, and electric company at least a week in advance so they can shut off/transfer service to your new address.
5. Internet/cable: Call your internet and cable providers to set up or transfer service to your new place a few days before the move.
6. Postal services: Don’t forget to fill out a change of address form with the post office to forward your mail to your new home.
7. Banks/financial institutions: Be sure to notify your bank(s) of your upcoming move.
8. Subscriptions: If you have any magazine or newspaper subscriptions, remember to update your address with the publisher. The same goes for any online subscriptions like Netflix or Hulu.
9. DMV: Don’t forget to change your address with the Department of Motor Vehicles so that your driver’s license and registration reflect your new home.
10. Government agencies: Any federal, state, or local government agencies that you deal with should be notified of your move. This includes the IRS, social security office, and your voter registration office. Change your address for tax purposes by filing Form 8822 with the IRS.
11. Medical and educational facilities: If you have children in school or see a doctor regularly, be sure to update your contact information with their office.
12. Insurance companies: Let your insurance company know of your move so that they can update your records and make sure you’re still covered.

Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to notify everyone on this list. The last thing you want is to be worrying about changing your address while you’re trying to settle into your new home.

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