- Remove peeling and chipped paint; replace with a fresh coat
- Fix loose trim and fencing
- Clear gutters and downspouts
- Make sure all exterior lighting is clean and working
- Clean and repair the roof as needed
- Clear garage of clutter and tidy shelves

- Paint or stain worn areas on wood decks
- Remove grass growing in concrete cracks; sweep off debris from shrubs and trees
- Clean outdoor furniture

- Mow and trim grass; re-seed and fertilize where necessary
- Prune all overgrown trees and shrubs
- Weed flowers beds
- Powerwash driveway and sidewalks

-Clean all floors, carpets, walls, and trim
-Replace burned-out light bulbs

-Fix dripping faucets
-Organize pantry and cupboards so they appear clean, neat, and spacious
-Clean the oven, cook top and microwave thoroughly
-Set the table

-Make sure sinks, tubs, showers, and countertops are clean and free of stains
-Clean grout and remove soap stains from tile
-Replace any missing or cracked tiles or grout

-Make sure all fixtures, including heat lamps and exhaust fans are operating
-Store all supplies, such as toilet paper, shampoo bottles and cleansers, out of sight

-Use air fresheners or bake treats to make the house smell good
-Plant flowers to brighten the walkway and enrich the entry
-Remove any indoor houseplants that are brown or losing their leaves
-Remove all “fixer” cars, campers, and boats from the property
-Discard the clutter of magazines on the coffee and end tables
-Tidy and declutter all closets
-Hide or get rid of worn-out throw pillows
-Store pet supplies
-At night, turn on the porch light and outdoor lighting
-Put away toys and hobby supplies; remove extra magazines and books from tables

• Decide what needs to be moved, donated, sold and discarded.

If applicable, check with your employer to find out what moving expenses they will pay. Become familiar with the relocation policy and the benefits provided.

• Set aside items that you would like to include in a garage sale, decide on the date and time, write and schedule the advertisement.

• Set aside items that you are planning to donate to a charity. Contact the charity to schedule pick-up time and be sure to save the receipt for tax purposes.

• Create a general inventory of what you are planning to move and select a mover. Get cartons and packing materials so that you begin packing some things as your time allows, unless you will have someone packing for you. Make arrangements with mover for payment of services, once you arrive at your destination.

• Contact insurance agent and provide information necessary to transfer/cancel insurance coverage.

• Return anything that you may have borrowed and retrieve anything you might have lent out.

• Have automobile serviced for trip.

• Go the your local Post Office or USPS.com to obtain a change-of-address kit.

• Check all furniture for dents and scratches and create a list of these.

• A complete inventory must be created including all items, boxes, etc. that are included in your move. This is typically accomplished by your mover, but you must have a list of your own against which to make a comparison of their records on the final day.

• Disconnect computers, stereos, Cameras etc. or make provisions for assistance with this task. Be sure to package all cords and remote controls in a safe place.

• Pack a carton of sheets, towels, etc. so that you will not have to rummage through boxes for these items when you first arrive at your new home.

• Separate cartons, luggage and other items you need for personal travel or plan to take with you and clearly mark them as DO NOT PACK.

• Cancel all newspapers, lawn service, pool service, etc.