When you know what date you will be moving, you will need to do the following:

If you’re leasing your current home, give written notice to the landlord of your intent to move;  Contact all utility companies (telephone, gas, electric, water/sewer, cable) and disconnect at your current address and schedule reconnect appointments at your new home as of the day of settlement.  Contact a moving company (or several) and get estimates of the cost. Schedule the appointment to get packed and moved.

Contact your insurance company for your new homeowners’ insurance policy. They may ask several questions about the structure, etc. to estimate replacement value—your Realtor can assist with these questions. Provide policy to lender.

Contact current school(s) and register at new school(s) for transferring your children.

Make an inventory of your personal property. This list could be invaluable in case of fire or theft. Continue updating lender as necessary. Your lender will provide you with a list of items you will need before settlement, such as current bank statements, pay stubs, etc.

Fill out a change of address form with the Post Office