Final Considerations

Moving requires planning. Start preparing at least three months before moving day by nailing down the logistics of packing, rerouting mail, looking at schools, and finding insurance. Give yourself at least six months or more to actually find a space.

The following Websites provide information on movers (some move art), truck rentals, and resources for relocating to new cities and neighborhoods. Some of these websites also provide free quotes from moving companies.

• Monster Moving: Information on art movers and shippers
• Cost of Moving
• 50 States: Comprehensive listing of U.S. newspapers in all 50 states
• Sterling Best Places: Provides neighborhood profiles and other information about relocation
• Find Your Spot: Tailored reports that compare your interests and needs to the best places for you to live

Now that you are thinking about moving expenses, review the next two sections, Leasing Information and Buying Information, and complete the worksheets.