Military Housing Move Checklist
1. Pre-Move Preparation
- Receive official orders and review moving entitlements
- Contact installation transportation office
- Schedule pre-move counseling
- Inform current and future housing offices
- Gather important documents
- Update DEERS and TRICARE with new address
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2. Packing and Organizing
- Sort and declutter belongings
- Set aside valuables and items not to be packed
- Prepare an essentials box
- Label boxes by room
- Take inventory of household goods
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3. During the Move
- Supervise movers/packers
- Review inventory sheets before signing
- Secure important documents and valuables
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4. New Home Checklist
- Inspect new home for cleanliness and repairs
- Check-in with new installation housing office
- Set up utilities and services
- Register children for school
- Update driver’s license and vehicle registration
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5. After the Move
- Unpack essentials first
- File necessary claims for lost/damaged items
- Attend welcome/orientation briefings
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