PLANNING AHEAD
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Create a detailed moving plan with timelines.
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Notify utility providers, post office, and relevant contacts
about your move well in advance.
DECLUTTER AND ORGANIZE
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Start decluttering early; donate or sell items you don’t need.
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Organize belongings by category for efficient packing.
PACKING ESSENTIALS
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Gather packing supplies: boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and
labels.
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Pack a “first-night” box with essentials like toiletries, clothes,
and important documents.
HIRE PROFESSIONAL MOVERS
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Research and hire reputable moving companies.
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Get quotes and schedule the move well in advance.
LOCAL SERVICES
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Find local utility providers for water, electric, gas, internet,
etc.
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Research local schools, healthcare providers, and
emergency services.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
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Update your address with the post office, banks,
DMV, and any relevant subscriptions.
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Ensure your new address is updated for online
deliveries.
CHECKLISTS
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Use checklists for each stage of the move: pre-
move, packing, moving day, and post-move.
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Keep track of important documents and moving
paperwork.
ESSENTIALS ON MOVING DAY
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Pack a bag with essentials like snacks, water,
and chargers.
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Have a moving-day toolkit with basic tools for
any unexpected needs.
MOVING WITH PETS
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Arrange for pet care on moving day.
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Update pet tags and information with the new
address.
UNPACKING STRATEGY
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Label boxes clearly to ease the unpacking
process.
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Prioritize unpacking essentials for immediate
use.
LOCAL ASSISTANCE
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Connect with 2-1-1 for local resources or
relocation services for guidance.
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Seek recommendations for local contractors
or services you may need, your licensed
Realtor will have recommendations.
EXPLORE THE NEW NEIGHBORHOOD
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Familiarize yourself with the new
neighborhood.
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Identify nearby amenities, grocery stores,
and healthcare facilities.
SETTLING IN
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Attend local community events to meet
neighbors.
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Join local social media groups and pages
for insights and recommendations, such as
Nextdoor and This Is Boise.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
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Know emergency evacuation routes and
locations.
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Familiarize yourself with local emergency
services.
RELAX AND ENJOY
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Take breaks during the move to avoid stress.
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Once settled, explore your new city and
enjoy the experience.
Moving can be a challenging process, but with careful planning and these practical tips, your relocation
to Idaho will be a smooth and positive experience.
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