Seamens NY Movers share their NYC Moving tips:
How To Plan Your Move in New York and or from New York
You know you have a lot ahead of you, so why wait until the last minute
to throw things together? Plan well in advance and start taking steps
now to make your move more manageable.
Be an Informed Mover
Start by creating a "move file." You'll need a place to keep important
information and receipts for moving related expenses. Contact the IRS or
visit their Web Site to determine what expenses can be deducted on your
next tax return.
Research your new community.
One great NYC moving tip is to start by visiting your new city and
state's Web Site or contact their chambers of commerce for relocation
packets. Check out local entertainment, shopping and restaurants.
This can be lots of fun and will give you much to look forward to.
You'll also want to order a phone book and city map for your new
location. This will allow you to start
researching new schools and service
providers and is a must for your
"essentials" box. Finally, consider ordering
a local newspaper. Most news providers will
send a complimentary issue to prospective
customers.
Start Paring Down
Moving is tough, but
it can also be an opportunity. This is the
perfect time to get rid of the extra "stuff"
you've accumulated. Take it one room at a time
and prepare to make tough decisions.
Survey
each room and ask yourself:
• Does this have
sentimental or monetary value?
• Does anyone
really use it?
• Is it worth lugging around?
• Is there room for it in our new home?
If the item in question doesn't make the cut,
ditch it! Plan a yard sale, post an online
auction or simply donate anything that does not
meet your criteria. This is a great way to earn
a little extra cash or another tax deduction.
Start using up items that can't be moved to your
new home. Properly dispose of flammable or
potentially hazardous chemicals. This would
include anything in an aerosol can, cleaning and
lighting fluids, paint, matches and ammunition.
Eat foods that are frozen or stored in glass
jars and don't plan on replacing these items
until you are in your new home. Finally, be
aware that live plants cannot be shipped with
your other household goods. Plan on taking these
in your car or find new homes for them.
Take Inventory
Sorting through your home gives you the
opportunity to take inventory of your
belongings. Make a list of everything you
decide to keep and assign replacement values
for insurance purposes. Make note of items
that are difficult to replace. Either
carry these items with you or ship them by
insured or certified mail. Such items might
include:
• Photos and home videos
• Birth certificates, wills and other legal
documentation
• Jewelry, rare coins and
special collections
• Stock certificates,
insurance policies and financial records
• Computer diskettes with backups of
important files.
Know what you will need upon arrival to your new home. Plan ahead and make a checklist of things you will need to pack in suitcases and an "essentials" box. Allow for extra clothing and be sure to make room for treasures, toys and snacks for the kids. Your essentials box should include things you'll be scrambling for upon arrival.
• Scissors, masking tape, utility knife,
can opener
• Coffee cups, paper plates, paper
towels
• Plastic forks, spoons, knives
• Dish
soap, trash bags, towels
• Instant coffee, tea,
beverages
• Toilet paper, toiletries
•
Prescriptions, aspirin or other pain relievers
•
Flashlight, light bulbs, hammer
• Phone books,
pencils and paper, your "move file"
• Telephone,
radio, batteries
Plan on keeping your essentials
box and luggage handy, preferably in your
automobile.
