Relocation can be a real headache. It takes up so much of your time and it's a very tedious process. But with a little planning and organization, you can make it a smooth process. Here are some tips that will make your moving day like a walk in the park:
4-6 Weeks Before Moving ....
- Decide which items you wish to transport to your new home and what items you want to dispose of. You may either donate them to a charity or organize having a garage sale. Contact a local charity or pick a date at least two weeks before moving date for the garage sale. During this time, you may advertise the garage sale in your neighborhood.
- Make sure to shop around for the best movers. Ask your relatives, friends, neighbors and coworkers for recommendations or who to avoid.
- Start accummulating packing supplies. Make sure that the boxes you purchase are specially designed for moving to prevent any damages to your belongings.
- Make all necessary travel arrangements (hotels, flights, car rental, etc.). Making the reservations ahead of time will make sure that your preferred flight and hotel are still available. Early booking can also save you a lot of money. Remember, moving can get very expensive, it is best to save whatever you can.
- Finalize all real estate and rental needs.
- If you have children, notify the schools in the old and new location and arrange for the transfer of school records and begin the process of registering in new schools.
- Many moving expenses are tax deductible. Obtain necessary formS in IRS. Form 3903 is the form to fill out for deducting your moving expenses from your taxable income. You will also need to fill out Form 8822 or IRS Change of Address Form. You may either go to IRS office or visit IRS website at www.irs.gov to download and print the form.
- Make arrangements with sitters or daycares for pets and children. It is easy for the children and pets to get hurt or lost on moving day. It's going to be easier for you to concentrate on the task of moving your stuff when you don't have to mind other things.
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