De-stressing your move

Moving is hectic enough without worrying about schedules and paperwork. A little due diligence will go a long way towards helping you de-stress everything with a moving binder to keep track of everything.

Yes, it seems like something right out of the OCD handbook. By spending a couple of bucks on a binder and some tabs, you'll save yourself time, stress and quite possibly, some money in order to keep your move organized and on schedule.

Although you may have your own in mind, here are some tabs you might want to include in your moving binder:

Checklists

You can find a number of online lists available to print and use. Include tasks and packing lists, just to name a couple.

Utilities

Know when and who to call to have your utilities shut off or transferred. Schedule appointments accordingly and you'll want to include these on your timeline.

Loan Documents

Your mortgage documents should be available for easy access and reference until the move is complete. Then it goes into the safe deposit box.

Receipts

Use this for any purchases that will be made for the move or getting the house ready for the new owners. If something doesn’t fit, or you need to return or exchange for any reason, there is no searching for the receipt.

Movers

Keep your schedule, list, contract and contact numbers here for easy access. You'll also want to have a list of items that the moving company will not move.

Builder

If you're having your home built, keep contact numbers for your contractor, warranties, paperwork, etc.

Calendar

You'll want to include any appointments, including closing, utility shut-offs, walk-through, signings, etc. Print a calendar and include everything on it. Print an extra one and put it on the refrigerator so everyone knows what happens and when.

A little planning and organization will help you make your move go more smoothly. A binder will help you keep track of all the paperwork and schedules associated with the move.