When you have a moving date, it is easy to get overwhelmed with all the things you need to do before the day approaches. You have lists of things to accomplish and timelines to follow. You have to organize everything while sticking to your budget. With everything going on before your move, it is understandable that you will forget things.  To help you avoid forgetting about these crucial details on your move, we have listed common things people forget when they are relocating. Make sure to get these things done weeks before your move to save time, money, and stress.

Cancel memberships 
​You don't have to wait for the exact day of your move before you stop your subscription to a gym or particular classes. By canceling your membership early, you can save money. Try to remember all monthly subscriptions you have and update them of your new address if you want to continue with your subscription.

Pack hardware and odds and ends
It is easy to forget about the small details such as keys, locks, curtain rods, and other small items in your old house. A lot of your permanent fixtures should be left for the new owner but don't forget to bring screws that belong to your mirror. You can label any hardware that goes with other items and put them in a labeled bag. You should also not forget to keep the garage door openers for the new owners. 

Score free boxes
You should always secure packing materials before your move date. However, what other homeowners forget is that they can have these items for free. You can check Facebook, Craigslist, or NextDoor app to find out if you have neighbors who want to share their extra boxes or packing paper to you for a minimal amount. Some even give these items for free. You can also check out your local grocery store and see if they have boxes available that you can use. If you are lucky enough, you can get it for free if you go to their store on the right day.

Get personal records
If you have personal information or documents that you need, you can shave them transferred, or you can get the files personally. You might want to get your records from doctors you have seen. Think about the veterinary data for your pets as well as school records of the kids. Never forget to update your address a week before your scheduled move and register it with the post office to have your mail updated.

Plan for your actual travel day
Even if you think you have prepared everything before the moving day, there can still be last minute tasks that you need to do. Don't be too focused on preparing for the move date that you forgot what to do on the day itself. Make sure you have a separate box for the things that you will use on your first day in your new home. Book an auto transport company if you have more than one vehicle that you need to relocate; or, consider a short-term storage solution for multiple vehicles.  

People spend so much for moving that the industry grosses more than $18 billion annually, according to IBISWorld. There are particular areas in moving where you need to shed some cash. Here is a simple template to help you in creating your budget for your move.

Supplies for Packing
If you are going to use the service of a full-service moving company in Portsmouth, VA, you can skip on this one and move to the next item. However, if you will pack all your items, make sure you have the following items ready:

• High-quality moving boxes
• Moving crates or containers
• Bubble wrap
• Packing paper to separate things and fill gaps in boxes
• Moving blankets to cover furniture and fixtures
• A lot of  moving tapes
• Markers for labeling boxes
• Movers' wrap to keep moving sheets and drawers in place

 
Moving Service, Movers or Truck Rental
A full moving service will save you time and effort because they will take care of everything during your move, but they can also be costly. If you don't need this type of service, you can still hire movers to do the loading and unloading of your items. You can also rent a truck and hire movers who get paid per hour to help you with the process.

Individual and Family Travel
Aside from your items, you also need to relocate as well as your family. Here are some of the things that you need to provide a budget on.

• Airfare, transportation to and fro the airport, as well as baggage fees
• Gasoline if you are driving your car
• Prices for hotels or motels  if you need more than a day to relocate
• Meals consumed throughout the move

Vehicle Transportation
If you are driving all your vehicles to your new home, this shouldn't be a problem for you, but if not, there are ways you can transport your vehicle:

• Rent a car trailer and attach to your car
• Ask or pay someone to drive your car to your new place
• Move your vehicle through train or trailer with a vehicle shipping fee

Rental Deposit, Condo Fee, or HOA Fee
If you are moving to an apartment or a condo, you have to make sure you are ready with the deposit. If you are buying a new home in an association, you should prepare the HOA fee. Make sure that you know how much the fee is because it usually depends on the state you're in.

Utility Services
You will need to hook up new utilities when you move. Make sure you include in your budget fees for water, electricity, internet and telephone utility services.

Updated Registration and Driver's License
If you are relocating to a different state, you are required to register your vehicle where you moved. Get a driver's license from that state as well. You should do this within 30 to 90 days from the day of your arrival. Fees are involved in doing these processes so make sure you are ready with some cash.
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Keep these expenses in mind so you will not be surprised with charges that are not included in your budget.  Planning a move always include this budgeting process.