The Most Essential Contacts You Should Notify of Your Upcoming Move

So, you’re ready to move. Have you begun all the prep that comes with it? Besides packing, there are a few other essential steps you must take; one of them being notification of your change of address. And, it is important to notify all the right people too. In addition to Aunt Edna, there are also a few other contacts that must be notified. As the trusted, professional movers for Dakota County and the surrounding areas, 1st Choice Movers know thing or two about the moving process. That’s why we’d like to take a moment to offer a checklist of whom you should inform of your move and how to get it done. It is important to take care of this list at least a week before you move to make sure you don’t miss anyone.

Start by contacting the post office; that’s the big one. And, it’s not as difficult as you might think. Simply visit the U.S. Postal Service‘s website to start your official change of address. They just charge a $1 fee to verify your identity when changing your address online, so you’ll need a credit or debit card.

Have you told your employer yet? While chances are you’ve been telling everyone at work about the move for some time now; you’ll still need to let human resources know too. Even if your paychecks get deposited directly into your bank account, you still want other important documents sent to your new address, as these papers may contain personal information you don’t want others to get their hands on.

And, don’t forget to register to vote! If you’re a registered voter, an address change is required if you want your vote counted in upcoming elections. In some cases, when you update your address with the DMV, your address on your voter registration will automatically update, but contact the office of your registrar of voters to confirm this.

Some other odds and ends: Update your address with cable, cellphone and internet providers, as well as your electric and gas companies. And, when it comes to your electric, make sure service at your new house starts either the morning of your move or the evening before so you don’t end up moving in the dark or sans air conditioning. Also, it is important to tell your doctors and other health care providers. To avoid missing and falling behind on your medical bills, update your mailing address with all of your health care providers.

And, don’t forget to update your meal delivery subscriptions, newspaper and magazine subscriptions! Either update your mailing address online, or call customer service and ask for an address change over the phone.

Last but not least...let your close friends and relatives know about your move. This is an exciting time so let everyone know the exciting news! And, any time you move, always hire trusted movers to get the job done right.

Interested in learning more about our movers in Dakota County? Call 1st Choice Movers at 763-559-5934 or you can contact us to set up your Free Estimate.