{"id":27885,"date":"2018-04-12T13:43:54","date_gmt":"2018-04-12T17:43:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.residences-quebec.ca\/tips-for-a-successful-move\/"},"modified":"2018-04-12T13:43:54","modified_gmt":"2018-04-12T17:43:54","slug":"tips-for-a-successful-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/residences-quebec.ca\/blog\/en\/tips-for-a-successful-move\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for a Successful Move"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Plan ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>1 to 2 months prior to moving:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Notify your landlord that you are moving<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You are required to cancel your lease 3 months before its end date. If you haven\u2019t already done so, you may sublet your unit or assign your lease by notifying the unit\u2019s owner in writing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Plan your move either on your own or with the help of professionals <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are thinking of moving by yourself, don\u2019t forget to book a moving truck.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you are moving to a new city<\/strong>, you should compare the prices between moving by yourself and having movers take care of your move. The cost of mileage adds up quickly and it\u2019s not always an option to return the rental vehicle to another destination.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Other helpful tips<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n\u2022 Use your frozen products a few weeks before leaving.<br \/>\n\u2022 Go through your personal belongings and de-clutter.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sell what you don\u2019t plan to bring with you to your new place.<br \/>\n\u2022 Pack your personal belongings in boxes and label each one with its contents and which room they should be placed in.<br \/>\n\u2022 Ask someone to take care of your pet for the day of the move.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>1 week before moving:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Contact the moving company<\/strong><br \/>\nTake the time to check what time the movers will arrive at your dwelling. Ensure that the company has the exact addresses for the departure and arrival destinations.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Put your valuables in a safe place<\/strong><br \/>\nPlace your photo albums, jewellery and important documents in one place and bring them with you on the day of your move.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Notify the relevant authorities of your move<\/strong><br \/>\nReport your change of address. Read our article on <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.residences-quebec.ca\/en\/who-needs-to-be-notified-of-your-change-of-address\/\">Who needs to be notified of your change of address<\/a> for helpful tips.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>3 days before moving:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Collect your new keys<\/strong><br \/>\nMake sure that you have the keys for your new home with you before your move begins.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Prepare some things for the first night<\/strong><br \/>\nFill a bag with some of your essentials (clothes, toothbrush, soap, etc.) so that you don\u2019t have to search for them on your first night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>2 days before moving:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Do some laundry<\/strong><br \/>\nWash your sheets and blankets so that they are clean and dry for your first night in your new home.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Empty your household appliances<\/strong><br \/>\nDon\u2019t forget to empty and unplug your fridge, freezer, washer and dryer. While you\u2019re packing, take the time to clean your stove and microwave.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>The day before moving:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Prepare a snack<\/strong><br \/>\nMoving day is a challenge. That\u2019s why it\u2019s a great idea to have prepared something to eat in advance for yourself and those who are helping you. Fill up some bottles of water and make some sandwiches, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Moving day:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Take one last look around your place<\/strong><br \/>\nOnce everything is loaded in the moving truck, make sure nothing has been left behind. Take one last look around: open the closets, look at the walls and light fixtures.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Be the first to arrive<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you can, arrive before the movers to inspect the new accommodations and decide where you want to place your belongings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That\u2019s it. Now you\u2019re all set. 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