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Items You May Forget When Moving

By Bette Gottwald

Real Estate Agent with UNITED REAL ESTATE | Central PA RS193539L

August 29, 2014 10:05 AM

Forgotten Broom The easiest way to have a good memorable moving day is to plan ahead and stay organized. Most people will remember the “essentials,” such as spare clothing, food, toiletries, and medications, but this list contains items that many people forget but may need upon arriving at their new home.

TOOLS

Hammer
Set of screwdrivers
· Allen wrenches
Good wood glue
Clamps
Nails and screws
Power drill
Flashlights
Tape measure
Sandpaper

First Aid Kit HOUSEKEEPING

Broom
Mop and bucket
Rags
Laundry basket
Vacuum
Extra trash cans
Hardwood floor microfiber brooms

OUTDOORS

Lawnmower
Hoses and nozzles
Gardening tools: Spade, trowels, a tree pruner
Rake and/or leaf blower
Weed eater
Wheel barrow for moving brush, rocks, etc.
Sprinklers for the lawn
Ladder
Outdoor furniture

ODDS AND ENDS

First aid kit
Curtains
Welcome mat or entry rugs
Bottle of champagne to toast to your new home!

So remember to plan ahead, and have great fun on moving day!

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Larry Johnston

Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN

Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Hi Bette, The first rule of thumb when moving, is to have toilet paper at both places, with wash cloths, soap and running water.

Aug 29, 2014 10:12 AM

Bette Gottwald

Mechanicsburg, PA

Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate

Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL

Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

A good list, Bette. Especially the bottle of champagne at the end of the day!

Aug 29, 2014 11:40 AM

Bette Gottwald

UNITED REAL ESTATE | Central PA - Mechanicsburg, PA

"Bet"on Central PA Real Estate!

Larry, This items you mentioned are definitely essentials!

Aug 29, 2014 11:41 AM

Fred, There nothing like kicking back at the end of the day to celebrate a bit.

Aug 29, 2014 11:42 AM

Fred Griffin Florida R...

Tallahassee, FL

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Great list Bette but may I add paper towels and toilet paper? Throwing in a couple of light bulbs and bottled water may help too.

Aug 29, 2014 12:17 PM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Dale Bledsoe

Crown Key Realty - Tracy, CA

Realtor in Tracy, California

That is a good list. Sometimes I have to remind myself that while the transaction maybe smooth, there is turmoil for both sides of the transaction. What to throw away? The loss of memories and so on.

Aug 30, 2014 12:04 AM

Joy Daniels

Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd. - Harrisburg, PA

What an impressive list - this will definitely prove helpful when people are moving. Thank you for sharing. I definitely agree with the paper towels & toilpaper addition!

Thanks Bette!

Aug 30, 2014 05:00 AM

Debbie Malone

Londeree's Real Estate & Property Management - Lynchburg, VA

From Lynchburg To The Lake (434) 546-0369

Great list Bette, there are so many things to think about on both ends of the move. I would add some coloring books, crayons, sidewalk chalk for the kids.

Aug 30, 2014 11:04 AM

Patricia Kennedy

RLAH@properties - Washington, DC

Home in the Capital

Bette, this is a great list. I think of cleaning supplies, toilet paper and stuff like that, but tools are just as important!

Sep 01, 2014 05:42 AM

Debbie, My thought was most people would remember TP and water (essentials), but light bulbs is something many will forget.

Sep 01, 2014 10:26 AM

Everyone, thanks for your comments. What I hear from most buyers is they forget the "tools," not so much the "essentials." Often, those with children seem to forget about items to keep them entertained, but often empty boxes fill in the void.

Sep 01, 2014 10:39 AM

Judith Parker

ProStead Realty - Charlotte, NC

CRS, GRI, CMRS, Charlotte, NC

Good morning Bette ... great list and one that every mover will be happy they had gathered on moving day. Enjoy your day!

Sep 01, 2014 09:20 PM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is a good list for families on the move. I also like Debbie's suggestions.

Sep 07, 2014 10:54 AM

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