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Moving Checklist
Free moving checklist template covering everything to do before, during, and after a move.
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This free moving checklist covers 8 Weeks Before, 4 Weeks Before, 2 Weeks Before, 1 Week Before, Moving Day — built for landlords, tenants, and small property owners documenting a lease or tenancy change clearly, without guessing at the right structure. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Moving Checklist
8 Weeks Before
- [ ] Research moving companies / reserve a truck
- [ ] Start decluttering — sell/donate what you won't take
- [ ] Notify landlord (if renting) per lease notice requirements
4 Weeks Before
- [ ] Book movers/truck
- [ ] Start packing non-essentials
- [ ] Order packing supplies
2 Weeks Before
- [ ] Submit change of address (postal service)
- [ ] Transfer or schedule utility disconnect/connect at both addresses
- [ ] Update address with bank, employer, subscriptions
1 Week Before
- [ ] Confirm moving day logistics with movers
- [ ] Pack a "first day" box (essentials, documents, chargers)
- [ ] Clean out fridge/perishables plan
Moving Day
- [ ] Final walkthrough of old place
- [ ] Take photos of both old and new unit's condition
- [ ] Keep valuables/documents with you, not on the truck
After the Move
- [ ] Register vehicle/driver's license (if moved states/countries)
- [ ] Update voter registration
- [ ] Confirm all utilities are active
*Taking dated photos of both the old unit (for deposit protection) and the new one (for your own move-in record) at the actual moment of moving covers you either way if a dispute comes up later.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 6 standard sections: 8 Weeks Before, 4 Weeks Before, 2 Weeks Before, 1 Week Before, Moving Day, After the Move
- Clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Independent landlords
Managing a rental directly, without a property management company's paperwork.
FAQ
Is this moving checklist template really free?
Yes, completely free — view, edit, and download this moving checklist as a PDF without creating an account.
What does this moving checklist cover?
This real estate template includes 8 Weeks Before, 4 Weeks Before, 2 Weeks Before, 1 Week Before. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. Landlord-tenant law is one of the most locally-specific areas of law in the US — notice periods, required disclosures, and even what a lease is allowed to say vary by state and often by city. Check your local requirements (or a real estate attorney) before using this for an actual lease or notice.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes — edit directly on the page, adjust any section or placeholder, then download an updated PDF anytime. It's a starting structure, not a rigid script.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free real estate and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
More free document templates
- Residential Lease Agreement
- Notice to Vacate / Lease Termination Letter
- Rental Application
- Deed of Trust
- Rent Receipt
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