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If you've already bought a property in Portugal and
are in the process of planning your move to Portugal, then take a
look at our helpful checklist to help take the stress out of this
life changing event, after all moving house is said to be one of the
most stressful events you can undertake.
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Two months before
you move to Portugal
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If you will use a mover, get a few
estimates from moving companies. |
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If you will move yourself, get costs
from at least two truck rental companies. |
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Create a floor plan of your new home
for furniture and appliance placement. |
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Make an inventory of your household
goods and begin to remove clutter (start with the basement, attic,
garage, and other storage areas). |
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Start a file for all your moving
paperwork (estimates, receipts, etc.). |
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Arrange to transfer school records. |
One Month Before
you move to Portugal
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Start a moving
expense book. |
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Ask for
references from at least two moving companies and get written
estimates. Make sure the movers know all the items which are to be
included. Do not include jewellery or other small valuables. Ask for
a copy of the mover's insurance and compare it with your existing
coverage. |
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Get a written
commitment from the moving company that specifies the date of the
move and arrival. |
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Contact the
provincial health authorities for the province you are moving out of
and the one you are moving into. If moving within the same province
notify them of your change of address. |
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Resign from
any clubs or organizations that are not active in your new
community. |
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Cancel
newspaper and magazine subscriptions or change address. |
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Begin mailing
your change of address cards. Keep a list of cards sent. Don't
forget to notify all credit card companies. |
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Gather all
important documents including your pets'. |
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Start using foods and cleaning
supplies that cannot be moved. |
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Schedule disconnection of all utility
services at your old home, and connection of them at your new one.
Be sure to disconnect the day after you leave and connect the day
before you arrive. If you have "last month" deposits with services,
such as the telephone company, request your refund. |
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If you are packing yourself, obtain
packing materials and start packing items you won't need until after
you arrive at your new house. |
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Check with your insurance company to
see how your possessions are covered during transit. |
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Arrange for special transportation of
your pets and plants if necessary. |
Two Weeks Before
you move to Portugal
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Have a garage
sale and get rid of all the junk. |
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Start packing.
Number and mark contents of boxes. Keep an inventory list and make
two copies for each box. Keep one with your inventory list and put
the other inside each box. Seal boxes. |
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Return all
borrowed items and collect what you've loaned ie library books. |
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Transfer prescriptions and be sure you
have an adequate supply of medications on hand. |
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Assemble a file folder of information
to leave for the new owner of your home. |
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Pack a travel kit:
Put aside critical items like a cheque book, credit cards, personal
phone book, ID, flashlight, keys, toiletries, tools, paper plates,
cups, towels, travel alarm clock, aspirin, bandages and games for
the kids. Also, pack a suitcase with clothing and other personal
items. |
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Service your car in preparation for
the move. |
Moving Day to Portugal
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Note all utility meter readings. |
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Read your bill of loading and
inventory carefully before signing. Keep this paperwork in a safe
place. |
