Moving Companies in Portland

Remember Any Additional Packing Tape

Just because you've completed packing your stuff doesn't mean you won't require spare packing tape. It's not rare for the moving company to ask you to tape over one of your boxes because it wasn't properly packed. These are real signs of a moving company that cares about your items. Something to remember: in case you do not have any extra packing tape left over on moving day, your relocation company may charge extra for a pack than a you may think. It's like purchasing a slice of pizza at an amusement park. Make sure to contact your moving company about all additional fees before you move.

Inform Others of Your Address Change

Before you move, there are several people, offices, and businesses you should let know about your address change other than your family. The most evident is the post office. Post offices often offer a forwarding service for your mail where for all intents and purposes, any mail that is sent to your previous address will be forwarded to your new one. However, the forwarding address only lasts for a short amount of time, so it's a good idea that you notify everyone who needs to know as soon as you can. Other companies you should get in touch with include: your company that provides the utilities.

Thinking About New State Taxes

Some of the major things to be on top of if you are relocating to another state is the variety of methods in which revenue is collected by the state government. Or in other words, taxes. Before you move, be sure to read up on any potential changes on your property and income taxes. Do not let the new state's sales tax catch you off guard as well.