These Tips May Speed Up Your Home Sale

Moving to a new home is an exciting yet challenging process that involves more than just packing and unpacking. One crucial task to handle is updating your address with relevant institutions to ensure seamless communication and uninterrupted services. Here’s a comprehensive guide on where and how to update your address when moving.

Government Agencies

1. United States Postal Service (USPS)

To avoid missing mail, update your address with USPS. This can be done:

• Online at USPS.com (a small fee applies for identity verification)

• In-person by filling out a Change of Address form at your local post office

2. Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

If you have a driver’s license or vehicle registration, update your address with the DMV in your new state or county. This typically involves:

• Visiting your state’s DMV website to update online (if applicable)

• Going to a local DMV office with proof of residency

3. IRS and Social Security Administration (SSA)

• Update your address with the IRS by submitting Form 8822

• Notify the SSA through your online account or by contacting your local office.

4. Banks and Credit Card Companies

Update your address with your bank and credit card providers to prevent billing issues and security concerns. You can do this:

Online through your account settings, By calling customer service or By visiting a branch in person

5. Insurance Providers

Notify your health, auto, renters, and home insurance providers of your move. Address changes may affect coverage and premium rates.

6. Electricity, Water, Gas, and Internet

Schedule a transfer or setup of services before moving to ensure uninterrupted service. Contact providers for:

• Cancellation at your old address

• New service activation at your new home

7. Subscription Services

Update addresses for magazines, streaming services, and meal deliveries to ensure continued service.

• Employers and Schools

• New service activation at your new home

8. Employer

Ensure payroll and tax documents are sent to the correct address by updating your employer’s HR department.

9. Educational Institutions

If you or your children are enrolled in school, notify the institution to ensure important correspondence is received.

10. Doctors, Dentists, and Pharmacies

Inform your healthcare providers of your new address and transfer prescriptions if necessary.

Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Final Thoughts

Updating your address promptly prevents inconveniences such as missed bills, service interruptions, and important document delays. Make a checklist to keep track of all necessary changes and complete them as soon as possible after your move.