Reading for a move? Download this Moving Binder Printable on Frugal Coupon Living. Printable budget checklist, change of address checklist, box labels, thank you notes and more.
Moving Binder Printables & Moving Organization Tips
In the past two years my family and I have moved – TWICE. One was a cross country move (with movers), the second was moving four houses down (on the same street) while six months pregnant. I {almost} prefer the cross-country move! There was nothing pretty about me walking up and down the street with a huge belly and a load of boxes (yes, protective readers, I know carrying boxes when pregnant is a no-no and I am happy to report, we had a healthy baby boy this past October.) Regardless, I learned my lesson that hot summer, with the worse abdominal cramping. We settled in our new home, though, and with a young baby at home, I am ignoring the boxes in the corner that never got unpacked… because that just happens.
Staging your home? Look at these Home Staging Tips and Tricks. In our store, look for a coupon code to combine the Moving Binder and this Home Staging Checklist – prepare your home for potential buyers. Sell higher, sell faster!
Moving Binder Printables
When moving, I discovered the key to having sanity while moving is being organized. Because of my own need, I created a Moving Binder Printable, just for you! Enjoy it and personalize it for your home!
Inside the Moving Moving Binder Organizer
I ordered a 1 inch white 3-ring notebook. I love the ones that have the clear slip outside. This was my bible for moving (lowercase b – wink). For this printable you can get a 1 inch, 1.5 inch or 2 inch binder as I included a spine for all three sizes (then again, go as large as you want and just use a smaller spine printable!
This printable Moving Binder includes 26 pages of content to keep you organized. Many sections have multiple pages.
1.) Cover Page and Spine Title
We made this cover page bright so it is easy to find in the clutter. I recommend, however, always keeping it in the same place in your home so it isn’t lost. Typically the kitchen counter is best.
2.) Important Dates Calendar
Print out as many as you need. We have left the dates open so you can personalize the number and months to your schedule. Add the moving date, moving truck arrival date, home closing date, bill due dates, etc.
3.) To Buy Chart
Organize your purchases with a list of where you bought the item, the budgeted amount and how much you spent. This can be more purchases bigger and smaller! Add these 3-ring binder envelope organizers to store receipts in case returns or claims are needed.
4.) Essential Basket Checklist
When you move you need a basket that has all your supplies. This includes a box cutter, sticky notes, packing tape, scissors, permanent markers, tool kit, etc. I provide a checklist and keep some areas blank for you to add your own content.
5.) Car Inventory Checklist
You also want to include some items in the car – things that do not get stuck on the moving truck. Get cleaning and laundry supplies, pet food, perishable groceries, 7 days of clothing, etc.
6.) Box Inventory
Label each box with a number, the room where it is going and what is inside (this part is optional, but for some boxes you will really care!) If you are moving your entire house, you will need many pages of this document.
7.) Moving Budget Checklist
This checklist includes the cost of moving supplies as well as opening and closing utilities accounts.
8.) Change of Address Checklist
You will appreciate this resource. We list all the places you want to notify for changing and updating your address.
9.) Utility Service Information
This includes the name of the company, account numbers, cost, etc. This would be a good resource/page to print multiples. It also allows you and your spouse to communicate on one page without the question – did you do this? Or what’s that password agian?
10.) Move-in Cleaning Checklist
If time permits, even if just a day, we provided a checklist to clean your new home BEFORE you move in. Trust me, you will thank me later. This also provides a deep clean before furniture and boxes get in the way. Use it for your old home and your new home.
11.) Donation Tracker
For taxes, keep track of all your donations and the value.
12.) Thank You Notes
Thank those that help you move!
13.) Color Codes Box Labels
We have created a color coded label for each area of the home. We left some blank for your personalized use. We also included labels for fragile boxes! The white circles provided allow you to number the boxes. For example Master Bedroom 1, Master Bedroom 2, Master Bedroom 3…
For all of these sections, you can print as much as you need! If you have a really large donation list, print two or more pages of the donation tracker.
Essential Moving Basket
I told you above I included a essential moving basket checklist. Have a small basket in which you keep sharpie markers (for marking on boxes), packing tape, scotch tape, a box cutter, tool kit, paper towels, scissors, something to write with and your moving binder. This will be your best friend when packing boxes and unpacking boxes. Do not forget this basket!
I personally prefer to have my printables professionally printed at Staples. I can save on printer ink and get quality paper. All of these are fine for your home printer, but below are directions if you would like to do the same.
How to Print at Staples
- Have your PDF, Word Document or printable saved to a folder on your computer.
- Sign in or create a Staples account.
- Return to the Staples Printing Service Page.
- Scroll down to Self-Service printing.
- Go to Start Project.
- Go to Documents Printing.
- Select Browse.
- Select the Buy Now Button under color.
- In the left column, choose add file(s).
- Select upload files (to upload a file from your computer).
- Add more files or select the blue upload button.
- Select done.
- Give your job a name in the top left column.
- Choose color or B&W.
- Make sure your project is single sided. (You can choose double sided if you need.)
- Choose the correct orientation of your project – landscape or portrait.
- I changed my media to 8.5×11 67 lb card/coverstock (I prefer a card stock feel over printer paper feel. It makes the paper very durable and sturdy.)
- Save your product to Staples or select add to cart on the bottom right.
- Proceed to checkout.
You can choose to ship to your home or to pick up at your local store. Pay online and show your invoice when you pick up (I just show the order number on my phone at pick-up.) The order invoice will arrive in your email inbox.
Moving is hard! There are a few posts you will want to read and save to get you organized.
Moving Organization Tips
For tips and tricks and all things boxing, be sure to take a look at our Moving Hacks and Tips. Pin to Pinterest to Organize yourself online.
Before you sell, look at these Home Staging Tips and Ideas including our Home Staging Checklist. Pin to Pinterest.
Need to alert people to a new address. We also created a Free Moving Printable – We’ve Moved! Make sure you also Pin this to Pinterest too!
WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.
