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1 week to closing, what do I do?

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Real Estate Agent with Atlanta Communities 303302

You are now down to 1 week before closing. There is still a small amount of hair left on your head that has not already been pulled out. What can you do this week to make sure that next weeks closing and move go well?

ð       Confirm moving date and details with the moving company.

ð       Close your bank account and arrange for bank checks to deposit money in your new bank. If possible, wire your money directly into your new bank account.

ð       Get a bank check to pay the mover if necessary and certified funds for closing, if applicable.

ð       Empty your safe deposit box and return the key. Make sure to keep your valuables with you or in a safe place.

ð       Finish packing whatever items the moving company will not be packing.

ð       Review packed boxes and make sure that they are labeled properly.

ð       Drain gasoline from lawn mower and snow blower when relevant.

ð       Defrost freezer and drain water to prepare for transport.

ð       Backup all computer files.

Arrange for a friend or relative to help with the move and to stay in the home with the movers in case you need to leave briefly.

And above all else, try to maintain your sanity!

 

Posted by

Peter den Boer, Associate Broker, Realtor

Atlanta Communities Real estate Brokerage

 

Ph. 770.713.1545

www.denboerhomes.com

 

I write about daily life as a Realtor in the Towne Lake Community in Woodstock Georgia.

Comments(3)

Beth and Richard Witt
New York, NY
The best Retired Brokers !!!!

Valuable advice for those about to close... I like the fact that you advise them to have a friend or relative stay in the home with the movers... Excellent Tip!   Have a great day.

Aug 19, 2012 10:37 PM
Pamela Smith
Award Realty - Sun City West, AZ
Sun City West, Corte Bella, Sun City Grand

Peter,

This is a great list.  I will pass it along to my clients!

Aug 19, 2012 11:38 PM
Than Maynard
Coldwell Banker Heart of Oklahoma - Purcell, OK
Broker - Licensed to List & Sell - 405-990-8862

Around here it is :

Borrow friends stock trailer

Jam to the roof and unload at new place

Repeat until completed!

Aug 20, 2012 12:38 AM