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Moving you and your family to another town or state can be an extremely stressful time in your life. I have helped many families and individuals relocate to and from the Greater Charlotte area. By allowing Dennis Day and Marlo Mikeal to help, we can help make your moving experience less stressful and more enjoyable.
If you are going to be moving to the Charlotte/Lake Norman Area or surrounding counties, we can communicate beforehand via phone, email, and U.S. Mail. Together, we'll determine what type of home, price range, and neighborhoods you are interested in. I will keep you informed of the local areas Real Estate market, as well as any other interests you may have.
When you visit, I'll be ready! Together, we will visit the Charlotte area neighborhoods and homes that interest you the most.
In addition we can talk about subdivisions, local market conditions. local culture... anything that is important to you.
Remember, as a Broker/Realtor for these areas, it's my job to know this area inside and out, and I want to make your transition as smooth as possible.
If you need information now please do not hesitate to contact me and I will forward a relocation package to you. Please check out my "Get Ready and Move List" I hope this will be helpful!
TO DO: 8 weeks before move Documents: If renting your new home, try to obtain a current credit report to give to potential landlords, If purchasing be sure to check on your credit report to make sure there are no errors!
Moving: Look into getting moving and/or storage insurance to cover your items during the move.
Using a Mover: Make sure you get estimates from moving companies at least three. Try to shop around as much as you can to get the best rate.
Self Move: If using a rental truck again check out prices. Be sure to reserve it well in advance since there are certain times of the year that rentals can be hard to find.
Pets: Check on possible quarantine and/or vaccination requirements for your pet, especially if you are moving out of state or overseas.
Kids: Asses the quality of school districts in your new area.
Overseas: Make sure your passport is current and valid, If you do not have one, be sure to get one well in advance. Contact the consulate for the country you are moving to to insure that you have all proper paperwork available. Obtain a visa if you will need one. You can talk to a consulate about the steps necessary to obtain one.
7 Weeks before move Moving: Make a Moving file to store receipts, records, and important papers related to your move.
Using a Mover: Get in touch with a moving company and set a date for the move. Fill out any necessary paperwork be sure to get moving insurance if you need it.
Packing: Begin removing unwanted or unneeded items from your attic, garage, basement, or storage. Plan to donate items to charity. Check to make sure you have returned all borrowed items including video rentals and library books. Gather important documents (birth certificates, immunization records, insurance documents, etc..) and put in a briefcase, strongbox or other secure place to insure that they do not get misplaced during the move.
Overseas: Research the customs and laws of the country you are moving to. If you haven't been there, try to visit before you move.
6 weeks before you move Documents: Update your car registration and driver's license with your state's motor vehicle department. You may notify your auto insurance.
Packing: Make item donations. Remember to collect receipts for tax purposes. Sell your old and unwanted stuff with a garage sale before you pack.
Services: Notify your dentist and doctor of your move and ask for referrals. Be sure your insurance covers doctors in your new area. Forward or cancel any monthly services, subscriptions or memberships.
Pets: Make sure you have transportation arrangements for your pet. If needed purchase a Carrier. Notify your veterinarian of your move. Obtain any records for your pet, and ask for a referral.
Kids: Select a school for your children and arrange to transfer immunization records and transcripts. Try to visit the new school before deciding if this is possible.
Overseas: Research the financial situation for your new country. Open a new bank account and change your currency if necessary.
5 Weeks before Move Moving: Make reservations for a room at a local motel for the night before moving day. This is the best way to make sure you can get a good night's rest and a shower while all your things are packed up.
Documents: Contact utilities to cancel or transfer accounts.
Overseas: Research driving laws in your new country. you may need to apply for a foreign driving permit. Make sure you have current vaccination records. Make sure you receive recommended vaccinations for the country you will be moving to. Research insurance options in your new country. Your US insurance may or may not be valid after you leave you may need to buy new insurance in your new country.
4 Weeks before Move Documents: Fill out an official change of address with the USPS. Notify all important business and personal contacts of your new address. Fill out changes of address for magazine subscriptions. Leave forwarding address with the nest tenants of your home if possible.
Self Move: Buy boxes and packing materials.
3 Weeks before Move Packing: Start packing. Begin with rooms of the house you don't use as much and finish with the kitchen. Choose a room in the house to serve as a temporary storage area for packed boxes. Check into storage options for those items you cannot move immediately and may need to store temporarily. Make an inventory of important and/or expensive items in your home as you pack. Try to take photo's of these items if possible. You may need this inventory for insurance purposes in case items get lost or damaged in the move.
Kids: Start involving your kids in the move. Make it exciting by having your kids pack some of their own things, and figure out new layouts for their rooms. If you have young children, arrange for a babysitter on moving day. You can concentrate on the move knowing they are being watched and are safely out of the way.
2 Weeks before Move Moving: If you live in a h highrise apartment, be sure to reserve an elevator for the day of your move.
Services: Close any local bank accounts and open new ones in your new location. Try to get checks printed with your new address as soon as possible.
Packing: Drain gas from any gas powered equipment before you pack it up. Try to make disposal arrangements for this and or other hazardous substances you will not be able to move, use or throw away.
1 Week before Move Services: Service your car, especially if you are moving to your new place by car. Packing: Make backup copies of important files on your computer before packing it up. Have a party to use up perishable food items, beverages, and alcohol. Donate food items you do not consume to a shelter of a food bank.
Moving: Confirm any travel plans or reservations you may have made for moving day (flights,hotel,rental cars, etc).
Using a Mover: Confirm arrangements with your moving company.
Pets: Pack a travel case for your pet.
Moving Week Moving: Be sure to have some cash on hand for the day of the move. You may need it to tip movers, buy snacks and if you are moving out-of-state, keep in mind that many businesses do not take out-of-state checks. Begin cleaning your house make sure you defrost your refrigerator and freezer. Do a final walk-through of your old residence, checking closets, drawers, etc. Turn off all lights, lock all doors and windows, and leave keys with you old property manager if applicable.
Self Move: Pick up your rental truck and any moving equipment you may need (dollies, carts, furniture pads, etc..)
Pets: Keep your pet confined on the day of the move. make sure they are in a safe place away from the hubbub and are provided with plenty of water and food. Consider taking a dog or cat to the kennel for the day. Introduce your pet to your new home slowly. Be sure they will not be able to run back to the old house for the future.
