Moving? 4 things people forget to do

Today's blog post is courtesy of Jennifer Seidelman.

Moving can be hectic. With dozens of to-dos, a tight timeline and a growing pile of boxes, it's easy to get frazzled and let things fall through the cracks. But it doesn't have to be that way.

Here are four things that people often forget about when they're getting ready to move:

Forward Your Mail: The post office makes it very easy to ensure your mail gets routed to the right place, at least for the first year after your move. Just head to a local branch or go online to update your address with the date you'll be moving, and your mail will automatically forward.

Measure and Decide: Take a measuring tape to your new home and jot down the measurements of each wall and nook. What furniture and decor will fit in your new space? What won't? It's better to make decisions about what to donate or sell before moving day. 

Refill Prescriptions: It may take a bit to get your prescriptions forwarded to a new pharmacy and even longer for you to find the time to pick them up. If possible, get your prescriptions refilled ahead of time from your current pharmacy.

Back Up Your Electronics: Back up your computer and phone to the cloud, and make sure you've uploaded all your photos and documents somewhere safe. In the event something happens to your devices during the move, a backup will get you up and running faster.

You can store up to 500 photos in a free SendOutCards account, plus they'll always be available to use on greeting cards! If you need more space, you can store 1,000 photos when you have an Enhanced subscription of $17 per month. If you need still more storage, there are other accounts available that allow you to store unlimited photos...as well as unlimited contacts and more!

If you're looking to buy or sell a home in the Portland or San Francisco Bay areas, reach out to Jennifer!

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