Prior to Leaving Address Change Be sure to give your address to: Post office Charge accounts, credit cards Subscriptions Relatives and friends Insurance Notify your company of new location; life, auto, health, fire Bank Arrange for check cashing in new city; transfer accounts Utility Companies Get any refunds or deposits Arrange for final readings: gas, water, telephone, etc. Church, Civic Organizations Transfer memberships, get introductory letters Schools Arrange for copies of school records Medical, Dental, Prescription Histories Ask for referrals, transfer prescriptions, eyeglasses, x-rays, etc. Obtain medical records from the health care professionals Pets Get information on tags, licenses, etc. At Home: Clean out freezer Defrost freezer and refrigerator (use charcoal to absorb odor) Service appliances for moving Make arrangements for cable TV Clean clothing and rugs; have them moving-wrapped Plan with your mover: insurance coverage, packing and unpacking labor, arrival day, shipping papers, time and method of expected payment On Moving Day Clearly mark boxes you will need immediately Carry ample cash or traveler's checks to cover expenses until new account is set up Transport jewelry, documents and other valuables yourself or use registered mail Plan for pet's travel and arrival at new area For emergency reasons, alert a close friend or relative of the route and schedule you will travel Re-check closets, drawers, etc. to make sure they are empty Leave keys and transmitters for new owners Once You're At Your New Home Get certified check or cashiers check for closing Check on utility services Have new address recorded on driver's license Register children in school Arrange for medical services