{"id":23908,"date":"2024-01-11T09:40:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T13:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=23908"},"modified":"2025-09-05T11:53:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T15:53:59","slug":"things-to-remember-when-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/things-to-remember-when-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 Things to Remember When Moving"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/memory.jpg\" alt=\"There are several important things to remember when movign house.\" class=\"wp-image-23913 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/memory.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/memory-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/memory-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-5a0803\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\";\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\";\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Make_Sure_You_Can_Always_See_the_Bigger_Picture\">1. Make Sure You Can Always See the Bigger Picture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Know_What_You_Have_for_Moving\">2. Know What You Have for Moving<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Ensure_Quality_Moving_Help\">3. Ensure Quality Moving Help<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Protect_Your_Move\">4. Protect Your Move<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Make_Packing_Safe,_Efficient,_and_Cost-Effective\">5. Make Packing Safe, Efficient, and Cost-Effective<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Label_the_Boxes\">6. Label the Boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Have_Your_Essentials_with_You\">7. Have Your Essentials with You<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Ensure_the_Safety_and_Well-Being_of_Your_Pets\">8. Ensure the Safety and Well-Being of Your Pets<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Change_Your_Address\">9. Change Your Address<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Notify_People_and_Institutions_of_Your_Move\">10. Notify People and Institutions of Your Move<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Switch_Utilities\">11. Switch Utilities<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Collect_Documents\">12. Collect Documents<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Arrange_for_Child_and_Pet_Care_on_Moving_Day\">13. Arrange for Child and Pet Care on Moving Day<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Ensure_the_Good_Condition_of_Your_Old_Home\">14. Ensure the Good Condition of Your Old Home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Double-Check_Everything\">15. Double-Check Everything<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Things_to_Remember_When_Moving_Long_Distance\">Things to Remember When Moving Long Distance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Memory is a funny thing \u2013 people often recall events, scenes, and conversations they hardly paid any attention to at the time, but completely forget things that are supposed to be remarkable or important. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is especially true when a person is under a lot of stress or feeling very emotional \u2013 small details stick in the mind whereas essential matters slip from memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s only natural then that during a house move \u2013 one of the most stressful events in human life \u2013 you may clearly remember to do some things but fully forget about others: you may pack your entire household, but fail to label the boxes; take your pet\u2019s favorite blanket, but leave your favorite curtain behind; inform your family and friends of your new address, but forget to redirect your mail; etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to overlook a small detail in the relocation mayhem or lose track of things when overwhelmed with laborious moving preparations. Failing to complete an important moving task, however, may result in lots of wasted time and money. Even a single forgotten item may cause plenty of headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid such troubles, you need to <em>remember<\/em> \u2013 bear in mind all the things people forget when moving and take proper care of each and every aspect of the relocation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is what to remember when moving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Make_Sure_You_Can_Always_See_the_Bigger_Picture\">1. Make Sure You Can Always See the Bigger Picture<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/strategy.jpg\" alt=\"A good moving strategy will ensure the success of your relocation endeavor.\" class=\"wp-image-23917 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/strategy.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/strategy-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/strategy-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>So, how can you track your moving progress, check if everything is going according to plan, and make sure you haven\u2019t overlooked anything important? By following a coherent moving strategy, of course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A good moving strategy will help you organize your time and finances so that you can complete your moving preparations in due time and with maximum efficiency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To develop an effective moving strategy, you\u2019re going to need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_ol_padding\">\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/moving-budget-checklist\/\"><strong>A reliable moving budget<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 to help you plan your finances and keep track of your expenses;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/moving-checklist\/\"><strong>A detailed moving checklist<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 to remind you of the tasks that need to be finished before moving day;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/moving-timeline\/\"><strong>A customized moving calendar<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 to help you plan your time, prioritize your work, and stay focused on your daily goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These three essential moving planners will bring order to the relocation chaos, so creating them is one of the most important things to remember when moving house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-plan-a-move\/\">How to Plan a Move<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Know_What_You_Have_for_Moving\">2. Know What You Have for Moving<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-inventory.jpg\" alt=\"Making a movign invenroty is among the most important things to remember when moving.\" class=\"wp-image-23919 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-inventory.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-inventory-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-inventory-768x448.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be surprised to learn how many things people forget to pack when preparing for a move. You\u2019ll be even more surprised to find out how many things you actually own and need to decide what to do with \u2013 take them to your new home or <a href=\"\/move\/get-rid-of-unwanted-items\/\">get rid of them before the move<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ward off such surprises, you\u2019re strongly advised to sort out your possessions and decide their fate well before moving day \u2013 sell, donate, or give away your no-longer-needed belongings that are still in good condition, throw away damaged and worn-out items, set aside the essentials you\u2019re going to pack in your survival box, and <a href=\"\/move\/moving-inventory-sheet\/\">create an inventory<\/a> of the things you intend to ship to your new place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, you won\u2019t forget to pack any of your possessions and will have a detailed list of the items entrusted to the movers, together with a statement of their current condition and estimated value (which will come in very handy in case some of your belongings get lost or damaged during transit). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your moving inventory will even help you get a more accurate estimate of your final moving costs (they depend on the total weight of your shipment), so making it is definitely among the most crucial things not to forget when moving out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-declutter-before-moving\/\">How to Declutter Your Home Before Moving: 10 Decluttering Steps<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ensure_Quality_Moving_Help\">3. Ensure Quality Moving Help<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/515\" width=\"900\" height=\"515\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/good-movers.jpg\" alt=\"The final outcome of your relocation adventure depends on the professionalism of your chosen movers.\" class=\"wp-image-23920 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/good-movers.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/good-movers-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/good-movers-768x439.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>No matter how near or far you\u2019re going, moving house is not a one-man show \u2013 you need as many helping hands as you can get in order to complete all the laborious moving tasks on time and ensure the safety of your prized possessions. No need to worry though \u2013 moving help is readily available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watch this before booking your long-distance moving company!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\ud83d\ude9a How Much Does It Cost to Hire Long-Distance Movers in 2025? \ud83d\udce6\ud83d\udcb8\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NGdF8-m2S-g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most essential things to remember when moving into a new house is that you have a great choice of experienced moving professionals who can assist you in your relocation endeavor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just make sure you research your options, <a href=\"\/moving-cost-estimator.php\">get multiple moving quotes<\/a>, ask for recommendations, read moving reviews, and narrow down your choice to several trustworthy movers with excellent customer service history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Request on-site estimates from three or four reliable moving companies that seem to best suit your needs and requirements, discuss the details of your move with them, gather all the relevant information, and compare the received offers (the stated overall price, included services, special conditions, insurance options, cancelation policies, etc.) \u2013 it should be easy enough to <a href=\"\/move\/choose-moving-company\/\">find the best movers for you<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Protect_Your_Move\">4. Protect Your Move<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fraud-alert.jpg\" alt=\"Watching out for moving fraud is among the top things not to forget when moving out.\" class=\"wp-image-23921 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fraud-alert.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fraud-alert-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fraud-alert-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Verifying the legitimacy and trustworthiness of your chosen relocation partner is the number one thing to remember when moving house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find out if your mover is properly licensed and authorized to transport household goods (<a href=\"\/move\/check-a-usdot-number\/\">check the carrier\u2019s USDOT number<\/a>), <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>research the company\u2019s online profile (visit its website and social media pages, read moving reviews left by its previous customers, etc.), <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>check its business rating (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/en\/us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">research the BBB database<\/a>) and complaint history (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/consumer-protection\/report-safety-violations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">call the FMCSA safety violation and consumer complaints hotline<\/a>), and <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>watch out for<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"\/move\/protect-yourself-from-moving-fraud\/#What_are_the_red_flags_of_moving_fraud?\">red flags of moving fraud<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least, do not forget to request all the necessary moving-related paperwork from your relocation partner and read it very carefully before signing the moving contract \u2013 make sure you understand and agree with every clause in the moving documents and pay special attention to the fine print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bonus tip:<\/strong> <a href=\"\/move\/moving-insurance-types-cost\/\">Get adequate insurance<\/a> to ensure your peace of mind &#8211; the basic liability coverage you get for free when hiring professional moving services is only 60 cents per pound per damaged item, so you may want to consider other insurance options and get full value protection or third party insurance, especially for your more delicate and valuable possessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Make_Packing_Safe,_Efficient,_and_Cost-Effective\">5. Make Packing Safe, Efficient, and Cost-Effective<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/proper-packing.jpg\" alt=\"Proper packing will ensure the safety of your items during transit.\" class=\"wp-image-23923 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/proper-packing.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/proper-packing-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/proper-packing-768x448.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Good movers and proper packing are the two variables that determine the success or failure of a relocation equation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Provided that you\u2019ve followed the above tips and found good movers to help you relocate, now you need to take proper care of the second most important aspect of your moving preparations \u2013 <a href=\"\/move\/packing-room-by-room\/\">packing your household<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are <em>ten essential things to remember when packing to move<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list ul_ol_padding\">\n<li>You need <a href=\"\/move\/packing-supplies-for-moving\/\">quality packing materials<\/a> in order to provide efficient protection to your items during transit;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can obtain a lot of packing supplies for free (or at a minimal charge) and save some money on your move. Click <a href=\"\/move\/get-boxes-for-moving\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a> to find out where to get free moving boxes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll most probably need more packing supplies than you think, so it\u2019s a good idea to have some extra cushioning and wrapping materials and a few spare boxes \u2013 just in case;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/types-of-moving-boxes\/\">Cardboard boxes<\/a> provide the safest, most efficient, and most convenient way of packing items for moving, so it\u2019s advisable to box up everything that can go into a box;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you pack the boxes the right way \u2013 reinforce them with packing tape, line their bottoms to create a protective cushion for your items, wrap every individual item in packing paper or bubble wrap for added safety, place larger and heavier items first, do not make the boxes too heavy, provide plenty of cushioning between the items in a carton to prevent them from coming in contact with one another during the transportation, make sure the items are perfectly immobilized inside the box, and seal the containers tightly;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be extra careful with plates, glasses, jewelry, artwork, electronics, and other extremely fragile or very valuable items;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take pictures of your items before you start packing them for shipment \u2013 the photos will help you reconnect cables and wires, reassemble furniture pieces, and recreate your home d\u00e9cor. Even more importantly, they will serve as proof of the pre-move condition of your items should a conflict arise between you and your movers;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep small pieces, hardware, and auxiliary parts with the items they belong to;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure the safety of your <a href=\"\/move\/packing-furniture\/\">furniture<\/a> and <a href=\"\/move\/pack-home-appliances\/\">appliances<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out how to take proper care of specialty items &#8211; <a href=\"\/move\/piano-moving\/\">pianos<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/moving-antiques\/\">antiques<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/moving-grandfather-clocks\/\">grandfather clocks<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/moving-a-heavy-safe\/\">safes<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/move-a-pool-table-by-yourself\/\">pool tables<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/moving-hot-tub\/\">hot tubs<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-move-your-garden\/\">plants<\/a>, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bonus tip:<\/strong> Get familiar with the most <a href=\"\/move\/packing-mistakes-when-moving\/\">common packing mistakes<\/a> people make when moving and do your best to avoid them when preparing your items for shipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Label_the_Boxes\">6. Label the Boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/545\" width=\"900\" height=\"545\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/labeling.jpg\" alt=\"Labeling the boxes is one of the most essential things to remember when packing to move.\" class=\"wp-image-23924 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/labeling.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/labeling-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/labeling-768x465.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Packing is rightly considered to be the most laborious, time-consuming, and risky task you need to complete when getting ready to move, so it\u2019s only logical that you\u2019ll be greatly relieved when you finish it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Satisfied with your success, however, you can easily overlook a small, but very important detail \u2013 to <a href=\"\/move\/box-label-system-when-moving\/\">label the boxes<\/a>. In fact, labeling the boxes is one&nbsp;of the top things people forget when moving out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This seems like a small mistake, but it will have a great impact on the final outcome of your moving adventure \u2013 you will not only lose plenty of time when unloading and unpacking your items but may even have some of your treasured belongings damaged during transit (if the boxes lack clear handling instructions, such as <strong>FRAGILE<\/strong>, <strong>THIS SIDE UP<\/strong>, etc., the movers won\u2019t know which of them to handle with extra care).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, make sure you label every packed box with its contents and destination room and clearly mark the cartons containing fragile or delicate items. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To save even more valuable time when unpacking and arranging your new home, consider using a color code &#8211; designate a different color to each separate room in your new house or apartment and use markers, labels, and stickers of the corresponding colors to label the boxes that belong to a certain room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Have_Your_Essentials_with_You\">7. Have Your Essentials with You<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/essentials.jpg\" alt=\"Make sure you don't forget a single essential item when preparing your survival box.\" class=\"wp-image-23925 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/essentials.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/essentials-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/essentials-768x448.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Of all the things people forget when moving house, failing to pack an essential box is the one that will cause you the greatest inconvenience. You won\u2019t have access to your most vital items and won\u2019t be able to tend even to your most basic needs until your shipment arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid such troubles, you\u2019re advised to set aside all the items you use on a daily basis (toiletries, medicines, cell phone, laptop, jewelry, specialized kid and pet items, etc.) and the items you will want access to as soon as you arrive in your new home (bathroom essentials, bedding, change of clothes, basic food-preparation and food-serving utensils, etc.), as well as the things that will speed up the unpacking process (hand tools) or that you may need in case of an emergency (first-aid kit, documents, etc.), and pack them in a separate <a href=\"\/move\/open-first-box\/\">open-first box<\/a> that will stay with you at all times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you consider the current weather conditions and the specific needs of every member of your family when preparing your survival box. Keep that box away from your other boxes to avoid having it accidentally loaded on the moving truck \u2013 it has to travel with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bonus tip:<\/strong> Make a list of the things you intend to pack in your essentials box well ahead of time so that you have the chance to review it several times while packing your other items and add things that might have been forgotten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ensure_the_Safety_and_Well-Being_of_Your_Pets\">8. Ensure the Safety and Well-Being of Your Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/515\" width=\"900\" height=\"515\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/at-the-vets.jpg\" alt=\"There's no way you're going to forget about your beloved animal friend, right?\" class=\"wp-image-23926 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/at-the-vets.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/at-the-vets-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/at-the-vets-768x439.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You probably consider your animal friends to be part of the family, so you are not likely to forget to pack their items for moving, get them appropriate carriers, or tend to their needs during the stressful relocation period. Yet, when overwhelmed with moving plans and preparations, you may overlook some other important details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_ol_padding\">\n<li>Take your pet(s) to the veterinarian for a health check a few weeks before the move. Use the opportunity to get your animal friend\u2019s health certificate and request a copy of their immunization record and any other necessary medical documents. Ask for advice on how to reduce your pet\u2019s stress and anxiety during the moving process and how to help them adjust to the new environment after the move. Get a recommendation for a new vet in your new city;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decide how you\u2019re going to <a href=\"\/move\/ship-animals-to-another-state\/\">ship your pet(s) to your new home<\/a> and make the necessary arrangements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update your pet\u2019s microchip so that you can be easily reunited in case your animal friend wanders during the move or gets lost in your new location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the links below to find more detailed information on how to move house with a pet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-a-dog\/\">DOGS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/how-moving-affects-cats\/\">CATS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-birds-to-a-new-home\/\">BIRDS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-move-a-fish-tank-to-another-house\/\">FISH<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/moving-exotic-pets\/\">EXOTIC PETS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Change_Your_Address\">9. Change Your Address<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/new-address.jpg\" alt=\"It doesn't make sense to forget that you have a new address when moving into a new house, does it?\" class=\"wp-image-23928 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/new-address.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/new-address-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/new-address-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It may be quite obvious that when you move into a new home, you\u2019re going to have a new address. Yet, one of the most common things people forget when moving into a new house is to change their address and redirect their mail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This may result in a number of inconveniences (not receiving important correspondence, being unable to update important documents, etc.) you can easily avoid if you remember to <a href=\"\/move\/change-address-when-moving\/\">change your address with the USPS<\/a> a few weeks before the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, the change will come into effect by the time you move into your new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Notify_People_and_Institutions_of_Your_Move\">10. Notify People and Institutions of Your Move<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-announcement.jpg\" alt=\"Informing institutions of your move is probably among the things you don\u2019t think about when moving.\" class=\"wp-image-23929 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-announcement.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-announcement-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-announcement-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The fact that you and your immediate family know all about your move (when you\u2019re moving, why you\u2019re moving, where you\u2019re going to) does not mean that all your relatives and friends (or the various institutions you have dealings with) are aware of your moving plans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Informing them of your forthcoming relocation and your new address is one of the most important things to remember when moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of people and organizations you may want to notify of your move includes but is not limited to<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>family and friends, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>landlord (if applicable), <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>current employer, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>banks and credit card companies, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>insurance companies, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>utility companies, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>healthcare providers, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>your children\u2019s schools, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>essential governmental institutions, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>subscription services, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/notify-when-moving\/\">Who to Notify When You Move<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Switch_Utilities\">11. Switch Utilities<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/545\" width=\"900\" height=\"545\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fuse-box.jpg\" alt=\"Forgetting about utilities may leave you in the dark.\" class=\"wp-image-23930 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fuse-box.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fuse-box-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/fuse-box-768x465.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/transfer-utilities-when-moving\/\">Transferring utilities<\/a> may be among the trivial things you don\u2019t think about when moving, but failing to get the electricity, water, and other services at your old home turned off when you move out and the utilities in your new property &#8211; turned on by the time you move in, may cause a lot of inconveniences and incur extra expenses (you may end up unpacking your items in the dark or paying up for services you didn\u2019t use.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, make sure you contact your current utility providers about a month in advance and arrange to have the services at your old home disconnected on the day after your move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, call the utility companies in your new location (make sure you research the service providers in your new area ahead of time and discuss the details of the transfer with them) and arrange for all essential services to be running in your new home by move-in day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from transferring the utilities, you also need to remember to cancel memberships and any pre-arranged services like grass cutting, pool maintenance, newspaper delivery, etc. when moving house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Collect_Documents\">12. Collect Documents<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/documents.jpg\" alt=\"It's of paramount importnace to keep your important documents with you when moving.\" class=\"wp-image-23932 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/documents.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/documents-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/documents-768x448.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Gathering your documents and putting them in order is among the most fundamental things to remember when moving house \u2013 you may find yourself in a lot of trouble if you don\u2019t have your papers with you or don\u2019t take proper care of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may take a long time to retrieve, transfer, update, register, or cancel some of the necessary documents, so you\u2019re advised to start collecting and organizing them well ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to take all your (and your family members\u2019) personal ID documents, professional licenses, educational certificates, financial documents, legal papers, property-related documents, registration documents of motor vehicles, and other important papers when moving house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not forget to transfer your medical records to your new doctor\u2019s office (or get copies of your health records in case you haven\u2019t chosen a new family physician yet), transfer prescriptions to a pharmacy in your new location, and obtain your children\u2019s school records. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you have all the moving-related documents safely packed with your other papers as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your documents with you during the move and make photocopies and\/or digital copies of the most important papers (as a backup in case any of the originals get lost or damaged).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/important-documents-when-moving\/\">Important Documents to Take When Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Arrange_for_Child_and_Pet_Care_on_Moving_Day\">13. Arrange for Child and Pet Care on Moving Day<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/caretaker.jpg\" alt=\"Keeping your little ones safe and happy on moving day is among the most crucial things to remember when moving house.\" class=\"wp-image-23933 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/caretaker.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/caretaker-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/caretaker-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you have young children and\/or pets, one of the most crucial things to remember when moving out is to keep them out of trouble \u2013 throughout the entire moving process and especially so on Moving day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will be difficult to look after your little ones in the moving chaos that is certain to ensue once the moving truck stops in front of your home, so your best bet is to have a trusted family member, friend, or sitter take care of your kids and\/or pets on the Big day \u2013 keep them occupied in a safe and peaceful room away from the hectic moving activities, ensure that their daily routine remains fairly unchanged, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a reliable caretaker will not only help reduce the stress and anxiety your children and animal friends are going to experience on Moving day, but will also allow you to concentrate on the important relocation tasks at hand without any interruptions and worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-day\/\">Moving Day Checklist: Tips to Survive the Big Day<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ensure_the_Good_Condition_of_Your_Old_Home\">14. Ensure the Good Condition of Your Old Home<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/525\" width=\"900\" height=\"525\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-cleaning.jpg\" alt=\"You need to leave your old home clean and intact when moving out.\" class=\"wp-image-23934 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-cleaning.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-cleaning-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-cleaning-768x448.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You are leaving your old home for good, so it\u2019s quite easy to forget that you need to leave it in top-notch condition. To be able to make a good impression on the new owners, however (or <a href=\"\/move\/security-deposit-landlord\/\">get your security deposit back<\/a> in case it was a rented property), you have to ensure that your old place remains clean and intact when moving out. So, make sure you don\u2019t forget to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1)<\/strong> take adequate precautionary measures to <a href=\"\/move\/prevent-property-damage\/\">prevent property damage<\/a> on Moving day; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2)<\/strong> leave out cleaning supplies, so that you can <a href=\"\/move\/moving-cleaning-checklist\/\">give your old home a good final cleaning<\/a> after the movers have departed with your items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Double-Check_Everything\">15. Double-Check Everything<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/550\" width=\"900\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/check-the-drawers.jpg\" alt=\"Nothing forgotten in the drawers, right?\" class=\"wp-image-23935 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/check-the-drawers.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/check-the-drawers-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/check-the-drawers-768x469.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Making sure that nothing has been left behind seems like the logical thing to do when moving out, yet many people forget to make a final check before locking the doors to their old homes for the last time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how pressed for time you may be though, double-checking is always a good idea \u2013 you may have completely forgotten about an item in all the hustle and bustle of your move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, as soon as the moving truck is loaded (but before the movers have left), do a proper walkthrough of the house &#8211; open all the cupboards and drawers, look in the loft and under the stairs, go through the garage and the garden shed, see if there\u2019s anything hanging on the walls, etc. Make sure you don\u2019t unintentionally leave a prized possession of yours behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you\u2019re familiar with the 15 most important things to remember when moving house, here are some <em>bonus tips on what not to forget when moving out of state<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Things_to_Remember_When_Moving_Long_Distance\">Things to Remember When Moving Long Distance<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"900\/500\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-long-distance.jpg\" alt=\"Never forget - a whole new world awaits you at the end of your relocation journey.\" class=\"wp-image-23936 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-long-distance.jpg 900w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-long-distance-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/moving-long-distance-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>1)<\/strong> Get to know your new area well \u2013 research the economic situation, job market, and available housing options in your new city, find out what the weather is like in the region, get familiar with the local laws and social practices in your new surroundings, etc.;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2)<\/strong> <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-declutter-before-moving\/\">Pare down your belongings<\/a> and take only what you really need (or love very much), as moving all your earthly possessions such a long distance will be both very difficult and very expensive;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3)<\/strong> Find <a href=\"\/move\/best-long-distance-movers\/\">experienced and reliable cross-country movers<\/a> to work with;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4)<\/strong> Pack your items with utmost care as they\u2019ll be on the road for a long time;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5)<\/strong> Get full value protection for your belongings;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6)<\/strong> Update all the necessary documents (there will be much more paperwork to take care of when moving to another state);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7)<\/strong> Plan your trip \u2013 decide if you\u2019re going to fly or to drive to your new home and make the necessary arrangements (reserve your flight, find a good auto transportation company, and get your vehicle ready for shipment; or have your car serviced, book your hotel stays, and plan for meals on the way);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8)<\/strong> Spend as much time as possible with your friends and visit all your favorite places in town, as you will not see them again for a long time (See also: <a href=\"\/move\/say-goodbye-to-friends-when-moving\/\">How to say goodbye to friends when moving<\/a>; <a href=\"\/move\/say-goodbye-to-family-home\/\">Ways to say goodbye to your old home<\/a>);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9)<\/strong> Keep all the receipts for moving-related expenses, as some of them may be tax-deductible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least: no matter whether you\u2019re moving across town, across the country, or across the ocean, there is <strong>one single most important thing to keep in mind<\/strong> \u2013 <strong><em>moving is an adventure, a new beginning, and a chance for a better life<\/em><\/strong><em>.<\/em> <em>Make sure you make the most of it! <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Memory is a funny thing \u2013 people often recall events, scenes, and conversations they hardly paid any attention to at the time, but completely forget things that are supposed to be remarkable or important. 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