It is hard enough to have to pack and physically move without having to worry about whether or not you are going to receive your mail. The US Post office has a change of address form that will notify the letter carrier about the change so your mail can be routed to the new address. The change of address card can be picked up at any post office.

A change of address filed with the Post Office will not notify the people and companies that you have moved. You will need to do that yourself.

Magazines have labels that should be returned with the correct address. Credit card bills and installment loans usually have places on the return slip for you to notify them of a change of address.

We have address change cards and other moving tips. Just ask, or call us at (651)433-2SEL!

Some people won't send you mail on a regular basis and it will be up to you to let them know about your new address. Below is a checklist to help you remember all the necessary parties.

Electric	Doctors
Gas	Dentist
Water	Accountant
Telephone	Lawyer
Bank	Insurance Agent
Credit Cards	Church
Finance Companies	Organizations & Clubs
Schools	Friends & Relatives

Packing Tips

A substantial amount of money can be saved by packing your household goods. To insure safety for your belongings, care should be taken to pack properly.

• Use strong containers, in good condition, that can be sealed with strapping tape. These can be purchased locally from moving companies.
  
  
• Keep in mind what the box will weigh after it is loaded. 40 to 50 pounds is considered the maximum.
  
  
• Empty spaces in boxes should be filled with crumpled newspaper or bubble wrap to keep things from shifting in transit.
  
  
• Books should be stacked on end and generally in smaller boxes than other things due to their weight.
  
  
• Label each box after packing. This will tell the movers which room to put it in and help you prioritize which ones need to be opened first - an important step, because you will inevitably be looking for things before they are all unpacked.
  
  
• Remove all breakables from drawers before moving furniture.
  
  
• Don't pack valuable such as jewelry, collections, checks or savings books.
  
  
• Packing always takes longer than you expect - so allow plenty of time. Pack items that aren't frequently used first, and unpack them last.
  
  
• Organization in packing will save you hours of time and frustration in the long run.
  
  
• Items that are no longer wanted can be donated to charity, and you may be eligible for a tax deduction.