With moving comes a great deal of hard work. Even if you hire professional movers, there are tons of tasks and chores that you need to do by yourself. One such task is notifying people, companies, and organizations about your move and change of address. Sure, there already are companies that offer this kind of service, but that would mean another bill for you to pay. Top that with your moving expenses, then your wallet is in for a beating.

Notifying people of your move is particularly easy. It is remembering who to notify, and not miss anyone, that is hard. First and most important of all on your list should be the post office. Do not forget to head there first to file a change of address form. This will redirect mails sent to your old address.

How do I notify others of my address change?

Sending emails is most probably the fastest and cheapest way to inform someone of your move, since almost everyone and their dog has an email address. But it lacks personality and seems informal in some cases. If you want to make it more personal, then send a postcard or a snail mail. This is recommended for people who do not have direct internet access.

Phone calls are also a good way to get the word out. Sending text messages may do, but people might accidentally delete your message and lose your new address. For your neighbors, drop by to say hi and let them know that you will be relocating. Also this way you can say your goodbyes. Meanwhile, giving a simple note with your new address to your co-workers will do.

To get you started, below is a helpful list of some more people to notify of your change of address. Create a personalized checklist of your own to make sure that you will not miss anyone important.

Family and friends. Your family should come first. In case you miss informing someone of your move, they will most likely ask a member of your family for your new address. Your friends will be the second choice for others to ask where you moved.

Financial companies. Make sure that your bills and statements move with you. You do not want anyone else looking at your sensitive information. This includes banks, insurance, credit card and pension companies, social security, and loan providers.

Services and utilities. Take care of your services and utilities before hand and let them know that you will not be needing their services. Ensure that they cut off your subscription on the exact day, or after, of your move. This includes water, gas, electricity, telephone, cable TV, internet service provider, and other rental equipment that you may have.

Health professionals. Arrange for the transfer of your medical records if possible. Notify your doctors, dentists, and veterinarians if applicable.

Others. Subscriptions to magazines, newspapers and video stores should be advised as well. Either cancel them or have them redirected to your new home. Do not forget to advise your memberships like health clubs, gym, spa, and other social clubs.