Yesterday's blog gave some insight of what could happen when moving out of town, and why it's important to have an inventory of your belongings before packing up. On the flip side, though, if you're moving across town, you might want to wait until after you move.
Since you'll most likely be moving yourself, or at least be around/with the movers, it is best to create your inventory at the new house. This way, you'll have each item listed room by room, which is the preferred format by insurance companies. And if you find a certain piece of furniture isn't going to work after all, you won't have it on your list. Also, you'll have easy access to the serial numbers of your electronics before plugging everything in, which makes it more inconvenient to obtain all the numbers.
If you're placing items in storage between the two residences (waiting for the other house to be built, your lease was up, or the other family has not moved yet), be sure to create your inventory while placing your items in the storage unit. There have been numerous fires, floods and thefts in storage facilities, so you'll want to have a comprehensive list.
Again, as always, check with your insurance agent to ensure proper coverage during this transition period. Some facilities require you to purchase insurance with them. Know what your coverage is, and understand the policy!
Make your move memorable because it was easy and seamless, rather than memorable because you didn't have the proper insurance or you didn't have an inventory to help you remember everything you own(ed) that is now gone!
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