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Notify the post office of a forwarding address.
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Cancel subscriptions that would not be forwarded.
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Arrange for new checking account if needed.
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Coordinate utility and telephone services at the new location.
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Accommodate the needs of children and pets during the move.
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Plan for sufficient cash/travelers checks during the move.
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Are you packing/moving yourself or will a professional mover handle the move?
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Once you are reasonably sure you will be proceeding with the sale, begin weeding out your possessions.
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Pack one room at a time.
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Keep the weight of your boxes reasonable.
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Start packing and marking every box according to contents and room it will go in.
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If bubble wrap is not available, use towels and blankets to wrap fragile items.
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If possible, pack audio-video and computer equipment in their original boxes.
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Do not pack valuables, carry them with you.
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