In preparing for a move, it’s easy to get bogged down with all the things to do. Stay on top of all that with our checklists. Be sure to take care of all the items. If you’re one month away from your move and use these checklists for the first time, make sure you’ve already taken care of the items in the “Three Months Before Moving” and “Two Months Before Moving” checklists.
More Checklists: Military PCS Guide
- Two months before your move, be sure you take care of the following items.
- Begin sorting and disposing of items you don’t need.
- Hold a garage sale and/or sell off items through an online marketplace such as eBay or Craigslist.
- If you are buying a new home at your new location, you should choose one as soon as possible, arrange financing, and set tentative closing dates.
- If your family members have jobs, they should give required notice of termination and get a referral letter. They should also update their resumes for finding a job at your new location.
- If you require child care at your new location, start looking into options.
- If you have school-age children, check school schedules and enrollment requirements at your new location.
- If you plan to take a vacation on the way to your new address, make all your reservations as soon as possible.
- If you have a car, truck or other auto, take care of maintenance and repairs. Be sure you still have your proof of insurance for the car.
- Contact your insurance company about protection for auto(s), home and household storage, and high-value items. If you are using your base transportation office, let it know if you plan to ship your vehicle, and provide the estimated shipping weight.
- If you have pets, have them checked by a local vet, and ensure all vaccinations and inoculations are up to date. Get a copy of your pet’s medical records.
- Close out any local accounts. If necessary, open up an account and a safe deposit box at a bank at your new location.
- If you need help organizing your finances, visit your military base finance center, or seek a private financial adviser.
- Check expiration dates on credit cards you plan to use during travel.
- Contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at your new location for information on a new driver’s license and registration.
More Checklists: Military PCS Guide
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