A Change-of-Address Checklist
Real Estate
Real Estate
When moving to a new home, you usually make sure to give the new address to friends and family, but it is easy to forget some of the other very important offices, agencies, and groups that need to be informed of your change. While making sure the U.S. Postal Service has your new address is the most important, the USPS will only ensure that mail is forwarded from an old to a new address for one year after you move (60 days for newspapers and periodicals). After that time, anything sent to the old address may have a hard time finding its way to you.
From all the different medical care providers you (and your immediate family may have) to all the social clubs and memberships you maintain, it can seem almost daunting how many people need to know about your address change.
Unless you are living off the grid, then your life is closely tied to the government whether you realize it or not. There are local municipal agencies, as well as state and federal offices, too. From informing the post office of an upcoming address change, updating your photo identification at the Department of Motor Vehicles, or making sure that you get your Social Security checks—these all can affect you.
In most cases, an online change of address form is all you need to fill to notify the online services of your new address switch. To make sure you get the upcoming copies of your favorite address sent to your new home, look online for your specific publication and the preferred method of submitting a change of address.
The people who service your home should be given a heads up as much in advance if you plan to leave or move. This way, they can expect the change, plan for finding new clients to fill your spot, and know when their last payment will be coming from you.
The moment you know you are moving, you should notify your local utilities. Arrange a shutoff plan so this way you are not paying for services in an unoccupied home.
SOURCE: https://www.thespruce.com/change-of-address-checklist-4079031
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