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Packing, prep & goodbyes
26. Pack off-season clothes
Start with clothing you won’t need soon like coats or swimsuits.
27. Secure fragile items
Wrap breakables in bubble wrap, paper, or towels. Label these boxes as “fragile.”
28. Purge expired items
Toss expired pantry food, beauty products, and medicine.
29. Pack a snack bag
You’ll be hungry on moving day, so prep snacks and drinks in advance.
30. Disassemble furniture
Take apart beds, shelves, and large items. Bag and label hardware.
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31. Wash laundry
Pack clean clothes so you don’t bring dirty laundry into the new space.
32. Recycle old papers
Shred and recycle old documents you no longer need.
33. Label cords and chargers
Wrap and label cords so setup at the new place is easy.
34. Return borrowed items
Give back books, dishes, tools, or anything that’s not yours.
35. Take out trash and recycling
Leave your current place clean and tidy by removing waste.
36. Do a final clean
Scrub appliances, sweep floors, and leave your place move-out ready.
37. Donate extra supplies
Drop off unwanted kitchenware or decor at a local shelter or charity.
38. Notify neighbors
Give a friendly goodbye or heads-up if you shared walls or parking.
39. Leave a note for new tenants
Include trash day info, quirks about the space, or Wi-Fi details.
40. Close out renter’s insurance
Cancel or transfer your policy to the new address.
41. Return keys
Drop them off or coordinate with the landlord.
42. Check every room
Do a last walkthrough to avoid leaving anything behind.
43. Leave forwarding address
Tell your old landlord or roommates where to send any mail.
44. Take a goodbye photo
Capture a memory of your current home before you leave.
45. Hydrate!
Keep a water bottle nearby during all the action.
46. Prep pets
If you have pets, pack a bag with food, toys, and bedding for the move.
47. Review moving checklist
Check off tasks so nothing gets missed.
48. Pack tech last
Keep your laptop, phone, and chargers handy until the last minute.
49. Confirm your address again
Double-check your new address for deliveries and paperwork.
50. Give yourself grace
Moving is hard work. Celebrate the little wins!
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