Tenants moving advice

Moving house or flat can be a stressful experience, but with prior planning, some of the stresses can be alleviated.  Things to consider once you have confirmed that you are moving include:

Contact your current landlord

Once you have found somewhere to move into, contact your existing landlord and tell them that you will be moving out.  Remember that you may have to give a certain amount of notice as stipulated in the tenancy agreement, but ensure that this ties in with moving into your new property as this will eliminate storage costs.

Sorting stuff

Begin by sorting your stuff, decide what items you want to take to your new house or flat and don’t be afraid to throw away things that realistically you will never use again.

Some of the possessions may have some value so consider selling them on eBay or at Car Boot Sales.

Book time off work

Moving into a new house or flat can be hectic, and so it is advisable to take a couple of days off of work so that you can focus all of your efforts getting things into place, as opposed to doing a bit here and there.

Recruit help

Ask friends and family to help you move with things such as packing, unpacking and transporting your belongings to the new house or flat.  If you have too many items for a couple of car journeys you may wish to consider getting a removals company to help, remember to get quotes and book in advance.

Changes of address

One of the biggest challenges when moving home is remembering who you need to tell that you have changed your address.  We have compiled a list of companies and organisations that you may have to tell:

Insurance - Home, Contents, Life

Utilities - Gas, Water, Electricity

Finances - Bank or Building Society, Credit Cards, Store Cards, Loans, Savings, ISA’s, Debt Management, Pension Plans

Medical - Optician, Doctor, Dentist

Government - Electoral Register, Council Tax, Benefits

Recreation - TV License, Satellite and Cable, Telephone (Landline and Mobile), Gym Memberships, Social Clubs

Motoring - Driving License, Car Insurance, Breakdown Cover

Redirect Post

Employer

Inland Revenue

Schools

Library

Solicitor

Store (Club) Cards

Family and Friends

Cancel delivered products

If you get newspapers or milk delivered, remember to cancel these or ask for them to be delivered to your new address if it is within the same area.

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