Moving Home? Your Essential Moving Checklist

Moving home is an exciting new chapter, but keeping track of everything that needs to be done can feel overwhelming. A little planning goes a long way! At Richardson & Wrench Coolum, we’ve put together this handy moving checklist to help you stay organised, minimise stress and enjoy the journey to your new home.

4 weeks before moving

☐ Confirm your settlement date with your real estate agent.

☐ Book a removalist, truck or trailer.

☐ Start collecting boxes and packing materials.

☐ Begin packing items you rarely use.

☐ Declutter and sort items to sell, donate or discard.

☐ Arrange cleaners, gardeners and storage if needed.

3 weeks before moving

☐ Update your address with your bank, Medicare, insurers and relevant authorities.

☐ Arrange mail redirection through Australia Post.

☐ Update your address with memberships and other service providers.

2 weeks before moving

☐ Arrange disconnection and reconnection of electricity, gas, internet and telephone.

☐ Settle any outstanding accounts.

☐ Organise rubbish collection and parking permits if required.

1 week before moving

☐ Arrange your pre-settlement inspection.

☐ Clean out your fridge and pantry.

☐ Return borrowed items, including library books.

☐ Cancel or redirect regular deliveries.

☐ Pack important documents and valuables separately.

☐ Dispose of any rubbish and unwanted items.

Moving day

☐ Keep medications, valuables, important documents and phone chargers handy.

☐ Complete a final check of cupboards, drawers and storage areas.

☐ Switch off utilities and appliances as appropriate.

☐ Return all house keys through your real estate agent.

☐ Leave a forwarding address for the new occupants if appropriate.

Ready for your next chapter? Tick off each task as you go, and you’ll be one step closer to a smooth, stress-free move!