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Move in Checklist

07.03.2008 09:43 AM

Move in Checklist

The process could take 18 months or 2 weeks. The search process and completed lease should be completed 30 days
prior to the move date. Below is your game plan for the last 30 days:

Countdown Begins:

 


Days 30-14

•    Make sure the necessary improvements do not need a permit from the local city building permit office.
    These timeframe can be 1 day to 6 weeks. Ask when you tour if any desired improvements will trigger the need for
    a permit and if so how long the current waiting period is.
•    Finalize the lease document with help from a legal professional
•    Call chosen internet provider to set up installation appointment. The lead time can be up to 4 weeks, so
    please call as soon as you identify your new address
•    Select moving company
•    Select wiring company
•    Call furniture vendor to begin dialogue on options for furniture


Days 14- Move In

•    Call stationary provider
•    Update business license
•    Prepare to update website
•    Prepare to update phone messages
•    Revise insurance policy (you will have to do this as part of the lease). If you don’t have a business
    insurance policy, it should take less then a week to process finding an insurance broker and getting a policy
•    Figure out what equipment is no longer needed at current location and donate to charity or sell to
    equipment broker
•    Notify bank for printing of new checks
•    Call Phone company for installation of new phone lines if needed

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