Moving Out Checklist

Moving Out Checklist - Your Ultimate Guide to a Stress-
Free Move

Welcome to CMG International Moving, your trusted partner in making your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. Whether you're moving across town or across the country, our comprehensive moving out checklist is here to ensure you don't miss a single step.

Your Complete Moving Out Checklist

Moving can be overwhelming, but with our moving checklist, you'll be able to stay organized and on track. Download our moving checklist PDF to have a handy, printable guide that you can refer to at any time.

Essential Packing Tips for Moving

Packing is one of the most time-consuming parts of moving, but it can be much easier with the right strategy. Here are some essential packing tips for moving:

Start packing non-essential items well in advance.
Label all boxes with their contents and the room they belong to.
Use high-quality packing materials to protect your belongings.
Follow our guide on how to pack fragile items.
Create a packing checklist to track what has been packed and what still needs to be done.
Pack an overnight bag to last you a month until your shipment arrives safely.

Moving Out Checklist -Create a Moving Timeline: Outline tasks to complete weekly leading up to the move. Set a Moving Date: Once you've picked an international moving company, you should confirm the date with your movers or rental truck company. Budget for Moving Expenses: Create a moving cost estimate for movers, packing supplies and expenses.

Notify Important Parties: Don’t forget to inform your bank, insurance company, landlord and utility providers of your move.

Gather Important Documents: Collect medical records, financial documents, school records, Passports, Visas and other personal documents in one folder.

Declutter Before Moving: Sort your belongings into keep, donate, sell or garbage piles to know what you need to pack for moving. Be efficient and only take items you cannot buy cheaper at your final destination.

Sell Unwanted Items: Host a garage sale to reduce items you need to pack and grow your budget in the process. You can also consider selling unwanted items on marketplaces online.

Donate Unwanted Items: Take your donate pile to a charity to a thrift store near you.

Get Rid of Hazardous Materials: Be sure to dispose of any unwanted paint, chemicals or hazardous materials.

Collect Packing Supplies: Find boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, packing paper, labels and markers to be ready for packing and moving.

Create a Packing Checklist: List items that need to be packed by room.

Pack an Overnight Box: Create a list of essentials you’ll need for your temporary stay.

Change Your Address: Apply for a change of address with the post office.

Start Deep Cleaning for Moving Out: Clean each room thoroughly or hire a professional cleaning service.

Set an Inspection Date with your Landlord: Set up a date with your landlord to schedule a walk-through to address any issues. Bh

Confirm Details With Movers: Remember to confirm arrival-time, address and contact details with your movers for moving day prior to the date.

Pack a Moving Day Kit: Check our Moving Day Survival Kit for more details on what to pack.

Final Check: Make sure nothing is left behind and all windows and doors are locked.

Moving Day Checklist -Wake Up Early: Give yourself plenty of time to handle last-minute tasks. -Dress Comfortably: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for moving and lifting. -Final Preparations: Finish any remaining packing and double check all boxes are labeled and sealed. -Check Inventory List: Verify the inventory list with the moving company team and ensure all items are included. -Communicate with Movers: Walk the movers through your home, highlighting fragile items and any special instructions. -Provide Contact Info for New Home: Make sure the moving company has the right forwarding address. - Stay Accessible: Make sure your phone is fully charged and that you're accessible to answer any questions.

Moving Day Survival Kit Having a moving day survival kit prepared is absolutely essential to make your move a whole lot smoother.