Moving Checklist

Two Months Before your move
Get moving quotes if you are planning on using a professional mover.
If you need a rental truck for a "do-it-yourself-move," contact a rental company:
U Haul
Allied Van
Van Lines
Atlas Van Lines
Visually prepare or design a floor plan for your furniture in your new home.
Create a list for inventory of your belongings. This is helpful in preparing a garage or moving sale.
Keep all of your paperwork concerning the move in one file, so nothing is lost or misplaced.
Transfer all school records for your children.
Finalize your decision on a mover.
If time permits, prepare your new home for arrival. (New paint, new locks, etc.)
Consider your children in the move. Plan ahead and visit our Moving with Children Guide

One Month Before your move
Change your address - you can do this online
Change you address with the IRS - you can do this online
Make any travel arrangements where you would need an airline, train, hotel, bus or car rental.
Research the area in which you will be moving for clubs, civic organizations and churches, so that you can change your membership.
Contact medical and dental offices to receive records, asking these professionals for referrals and continuing prescriptions.
Establish a new checking account.
Research local laws about home-based businesses and business licenses if you own or operate your own business.
Make an inventory list of all of your belongings.
Arrange for your pets to be transported.
Use/finish household items so that there is less to pack and move.

Two Weeks Before your move
Forward your magazines to your new address.
Forward your newspaper to your new address.
Forward your old email to your new email address.
Contact all of your utilities and change your service to your new address.
Organize those helping you on the day of the move.
Be sure to confirm all travel reservations you have made.
If moving appliances, you may want to make sure they are inspected before the move.
Pack all clean clothing.
Close your bank accounts, making sure you have ample cash for the move. The remainder of the funds should be transferred to your new bank.
Keep important documents and valuables close at hand during the move.
Prepare for the move of any infant or small children.
Review your insurance policy for coverage during your move.
Provide relatives with your travel information
Defrost your freezer and refrigerator.

Moving Day Has Arrived!
Do a final walk through of the home to make sure all of your belongings have been removed.
Be sure to take control of all personal items that are valuable or important to you during the move.
You may want to purchase travelers checks instead of cash during the move.
We have provided some informative links for you and your family that will make your transition, smooth.

USPS Movers Guide
Personal Moving Planner
Moving Guide

If you are just considering the Raleigh area of North Carolina, let us be your resource to receive all the helpful information you need to make a final decision!

Our full service relocation service provides you with the following support:
A complete relocation packet that includes a Triangle relocation guide, maps, listings for your Area of interest and other helpful area information. Get your free, comprehensive Triangle relocation packet now!
"My Home Search Profile" that automatically emails you homes that fit your specific criteria. Set up your Home Search Profile now!
Professional assistance to locate and purchase your ideal home.
Coordination with one of our preferred lenders to take care of all your financing needs.
Home Inspection coordination.
Home owners insurance coordination.
Moving & Storage coordination.
Closing attorney coordination.
Excellent assistance to get your current home sold. This can be locally or anywhere in North America! We have an unbeatable marketing plan designed to attract the maximum amount of buyers!
Short or long term housing needs.
A utility connection service - All Connect.

Whether you are moving across the county or across the country, REMAX Advantage Realty will help you with all of your relocation needs. REMAX Advantage Realty is leading the real estate industry with more relocation transactions each year than any other real estate professionals.

Relocation
REMAX Advantage Realty are your friends and neighbors who live and work in this area. Residents of the same areas we serve, use our knowledge of local neighborhoods, people, schools, churches and organizations to your advantage.

If you are thinking about relocating to our area, feel free to contact REMAX Advantage Realty for an informative relocation packet. A REMAX Advantage Realty Agent will be more than happy to serve you with all of your relocation needs.

Please refer to our Moving Checklist for more information about how to make your move as smooth as possible or contact our relocation department to receive additional information.

Raleigh, North Carolina Relocation Program
Congratulations on your decision to relocate to the Triangle Area of North Carolina, which includes the towns of Apex, Cary, Chapel Hill, Clayton, Durham, Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, Garner, Knightdale, Morrisville, Raleigh, Wake Forest and Willow Springs.

If you are just considering the Raleigh area of North Carolina, let us be your resource to receive all the helpful information you need to make a final decision!

Our full service relocation service provides you with the following support:
A complete relocation packet that includes a Triangle relocation guide, maps, listings for your Area of interest and other helpful area information. Get your free, comprehensive Triangle relocation packet now!
My Home Search Profile" that automatically emails you homes that fit your specific criteria. Set up your Home Search Profile now!
Professional assistance to locate and purchase your ideal home.
Coordination with one of our preferred lenders to take care of all your financing needs.
Home Inspection coordination.
Home owners insurance coordination.
Moving & Storage coordination.
Closing attorney coordination.
Excellent assistance to get your current home sold. This can be locally or anywhere in North America! We have an unbeatable marketing plan designed to attract the maximum amount of buyers!
Short or long term housing needs.
A utility connection service - All Connect.

Our main goal is to make your transition a smooth one. Why Full Service Relocation?
Chris Edwards is a Certified Relocation Specialist.
Excellent track record of satisfied clients.
Established connections with proven vendors who provide excellent service.
One main point of contact to lead you to the services you need.
A relocation system in place to take the worries out of your transition.