5 Tips to Easily Changing Your Address When You Move.
When you move, notifying others should be top priority. Not only will it ensure you keep getting your favorite magazines, but it will also keep you from falling delinquent on monthly bills and bring order to an already chaotic situation. Here is the easiest way to make sure you've notified everyone of your move.
The list of people who should know that you've moved can be rather lengthy so be sure to make a list. Find your holiday greeting card list to be sure you've included family and friends. Next, include all your doctors, dentist, optometrist, etc. Your child's school and any regular services such as lawn care or cleaning services should go next. Lastly, jot down magazines, newspapers, and even the IRS.
The postal service suggests putting in a change of address no later than two weeks before you move. The ideal time to do this, however, is about three months before you move. Since the postal service will continue to forward your mail for 12 months, this gives you plenty of time to notify everyone on your list.
How you notify the people on your list is up to you. If it's close friends or family, you can simply pick up the phone to relay your new contact info. Many creditors have a place on their monthly statements for you to enter your new address and phone number. Alternately, there are post cards available at the post office for you to fill out and send in the mail to notify others of your impending move.
When you contact people you have accounts with, be sure you have your new address and phone number handy, as well as account numbers, an email address, and any other information that may help them identify you and your account.
If you receive any forwarded pieces of mail, contact the sender to verify they have your new address on file. It could be that the change simply hasn't had time to process in their system or that they didn't receive your new contact information. Keep an eye open for your forwarded mail in about 7 to 10 days after you move in.
Moving is a chaotic event with lots of things to do. Use the tips above to easily change your address with the people who need it most.