Moving & Change of Address Checklist

Change of Address Checklist

Contact Your Lawyer and Mortgage Specialist: Forward your accepted offer and supporting documents to your lawyer and mortgage specialist. Inform them about your upcoming closing.
Start Planning Renovations (Buyer): If planning renovations, gather estimates and schedule work to begin after possession.
Arrange Storage If Necessary (Both): Plan for any storage needs in advance.
Book Time Off (Both): Arrange time off for moving day if needed.
Transfer School Records (Buyer): Contact your children's new school to transfer records and complete registration.

Update Your Insurance Policies (Buyer): Update or transfer home, auto, and other insurance policies. Ensure property insurance is active on the day of closing.
Set Up Mail Forwarding (Both): Go to the Canada Post website to set up mail forwarding to your new address.
Plan Disposal of Unwanted Items (Seller): Identify items to donate, recycle, or dispose of properly. Check municipal guidelines for hazardous items.
Update Medical and Veterinary Records (Buyer): Transfer medical files from doctors, dentists, and veterinarians to your new providers.

Set Up Utilities and Services at Your New Home (Buyer): Contact utility providers to set up electricity, gas, water, internet, and any rentals in your name as of closing day.
Cancel Utilities and Services at Your Current Home (Seller): Arrange to cancel or transfer utilities and services at your current property for the day of closing.
Update Your Address (Both): Notify the Canada Revenue Agency and other relevant agencies of your new address.
Cancel and Return Equipment (Seller): Return equipment (e.g., internet, cable boxes) to providers if required.
Arrange Childcare and Pet Care (Both): Plan for assistance on moving day, if needed.

Confirm Moving Arrangements (Both): Confirm details with your moving company and prepare any last-minute instructions.
Set Aside Essentials (Both): Pack a personal kit with essentials like toiletries, important paperwork, valuables, and first-night items.
Prepare Your Current Home (Seller): Defrost and clean the refrigerator, disconnect electronics, and label all cords and accessories.
Final Walkthrough (Buyer): Conduct a final walkthrough of your purchase to ensure everything is as expected. Check mechanical systems and appliances.

Final Walkthrough (Seller): Ensure nothing is left behind and the home is ready for the new owners.
Organize Keys and Remotes (Seller): Gather keys, garage door openers, and manuals. Place them in a visible spot for the new owners.
Clean and Tidy Up (Seller): Complete a final clean-up, including inside appliances. Ensure the property is left in good condition.

Have a Good Breakfast (Both): Start the day with a hearty breakfast for energy.
Keep Important Items Accessible (Both): Ensure necessary paperwork, IDs, and payment methods are easily accessible.
Final Property Check (Seller): Check all rooms and storage spaces one last time. Consider leaving a kind note or helpful tips for the new owners.
Leave Keys and Manuals (Seller): Leave all keys, remotes, and helpful instructions for the new residents.