Your Guide to a Stress-Free Move
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4 Weeks Before: The Purge
[ ] Declutter: Sort items into Keep, Donate, Sell, and Trash. Donβt pay to move things you donβt need!
[ ] Research: Finalize your moving date and confirm your booking with Scotts Moving Company.
[ ] Records: Gather birth certificates, passports, and medical records into one "Safe Folder."
[ ] Supplies: Order boxes, tape, and bubble wrap.
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2 Weeks Before: The Logistics
[ ] Address Change: Update the Post Office, your bank, and your employer.
[ ] Utilities: Schedule the "Stop" date for your current home and the "Start" date for your new one.
[ ] Meal Prep: Start eating through the frozen food and pantry items.
[ ] Plan for Pets/Kids: Arrange for a sitter on moving day to keep them safe and stress-free.
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1 Week Before: The Final Pack
[ ] The "First Night" Box: Pack a suitcase with pajamas, toiletries, chargers, and basic tools for the first night.
[ ] Electronics: Take photos of the back of your TV and computer setup so you know where the wires go.
[ ] Defrost: Empty and clean the refrigerator 24 hours before moving.
[ ] Confirm: Touch base with Scotts Moving Company to confirm arrival time and parking access.
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Moving Day: The Finish Line
[ ] Walkthrough: Check all closets and cabinets one last time.
[ ] Hydrate: Keep a cooler with water and snacks easily accessible.
[ ] Final Sweep: Turn off all lights, lock the windows, and hand over the keys.
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