Things to do, 12 weeks before Moving Day.  

 - Quotes: Even if you don't have a definite date, contact at least three removal companies. Choose your removal company carefully; do not be swayed purely on price. Choose a removal company that best suits your circumstance and requirements and ALWAYS ask for references. Our online overseas form will pass on your details to five removal companies in your area who deal with overseas moves.

 - Packing: Start packing/sorting. If you are doing the packing yourself (european only) start as soon as you can, and certainly no later than twelve weeks to go. We know that until you do exchange you cannot be certain that the move will go ahead. So what about clearing out the attic, packing up your summer or winter clothes, in the kitchen the items you hardly use e.g. toasted sandwich maker, fondue set, soda stream (remember them, it's probably right at the back of your cupboard) even books and videos how often do you watch/read these? Remember to remove any batteries from appliances to prevent leakages whilst in transit.

 - Declutter: This will give you a chance to sort through your possessions and have a good clear out and also ease the stress when you get the call to say they want to complete in a few days time. For advice on de-cluttering go to our new section Clutter in the advice on moving house section.

 - Pets: Decide what you are planning to do with pets. You need to plan well in advance and find out about quarantine regulations for the country you wish to enter ( usually this is 6 months).

 - Car: Decide if you are going to take your car. You need to plan well in advance. If you are not then get your car, serviced and advertised.

 - Info: Read books and publications, visit websites and ask friends if they know of anyone who has moved to that country.

 - Paperwork: Ensure all your Visa's or Permits are being processed.

 - Hotels: If you need to book a hotel do so as soon as you can, especially if you are moving within the summer months.