Moving is an ordeal that most of us would rather not do.  If you are lucky enough to have your move paid for by your company, this is ideal situation to be in.  Most times the company that is paying for the move will ask you to get at least two estimates. When the moving company comes to do the estimates ask what it entails when they come into your home to move you?  My movers were great and did all the work.  All I had to do was stay out of the way.

If you are moving yourself get estimates from truck rental companies.  Also I would advise that ahead of time start getting boxes, and any materials to wrap breakables.  Wardrobe boxes make it very easy to move your clothes from your closet.  They are a little pricey but worth it.  I used mine then sold them to someone. 

 This is something that most forget to do and that is get together a file with documents you will need during and after your move.  Have your child's old school information, which will be needed by their new school.  Insurance documents, doctor information, vehicle registration/title, passports, veterinary records, anything that will be needed to get things going in your new location.  Just remember not to pack them.

Here is a list of things that need to be done.  There may be things you will want to add to it.

• Obtain and fill out post office change-of-address cards.
• Make arrangements for storage if necessary.
• Properly dispose of items that cannot be moved, such as flammable liquids.
• Return any borrowed items (including library books) and retrieve any loaned items.
• Settle any bills with local businesses.
• Drain power equipment of oil and gas. Drain water hoses.
• Pack a box of items that will be needed first at the new house. Clearly mark this box "Load Last."
• Pack a suitcase with clothes and toiletries that will be needed during your move.
• Notify all utilities: water, garbage, electric, gas and sewer, both at your old residence and new. 
• Stop phone service and start new service at your new home.  Also your cable/satellite company should be notified and possible set up a time to start your service in your new home.
• Arrange for a house cleaning at your old home once empty.  Have your new home cleaned before moving in, if it wasn't done by the previous owners.
• And remember; keep your receipts for your move.  It is a tax write off.

Moving Companies:

http://www.vanlines.com/

http://www.asapvanlines.com/

http://www.bekins.com/moving/

http://www.mayflower.com/

These are just a few companies.  There are many resources online for "moving".   

In continuing my blogs about relocation to South Dakota for the jobs that will be generated by Hyperion Resources, Vermillion South Dakota will be my next community I will talk about.