Moving Checklist: 2 Months Before Moving Day - Checklist

Create a moving folder or binder to keep all moving-related documents and notes

Research and choose a moving company or decide if you will move yourself

Request quotes from multiple moving companies and compare prices

Create a moving budget, including costs for packing supplies, moving services, and any additional expenses

Sort through your belongings and decide what to keep, donate, sell, or discard

Start using up perishable items in your pantry, fridge, and freezer

Notify your children's schools of the upcoming move and request transfer of records

Begin researching schools, doctors, and other essential services in your new area

Create a list of people and organizations to notify about your upcoming move

Order packing supplies, such as boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and packing paper

Measure large furniture and appliances to ensure they will fit in your new home

Start packing non-essential items and clearly label each box with its contents and destination room

Create an inventory list of all items you are moving

Schedule time off work for moving day and any additional days needed for packing and settling in

Research storage options if needed