Big List of New Address Notifications

When moving to a new house, updating your address is crucial to ensure a smooth transition. Here’s a comprehensive list of places and things where you should change your address, along with associated tasks:

Postal Services

  • Post Office (Mail Forwarding): Set up mail forwarding with your postal service.
  • Subscriptions: Magazines, newspapers, meal kits, etc.
  • Online Shopping: Update the address with retailers like Amazon, eBay, etc.


Government and Legal

  • Driver’s License: Update with your local DMV.
  • Vehicle Registration: Update your car registration.
  • Voter Registration: Update with local election office.
  • Passport Office: If necessary.
  • Social Security: If applicable, update with the SSA.
  • Tax Agencies: Both federal and state tax authorities (IRS or local tax agency).
  • Healthcare Insurance (Medicare, Medicaid): Update if you’re receiving health coverage.


Utilities and Home Services

  • Electricity, Gas, Water: Cancel at the old and set up at the new address.
  • Internet, TV, Phone Service: Update or transfer services to the new location.
  • Waste and Recycling Collection: Arrange services for your new home.
  • Home Security System: Update address and transfer service.

Financial Institutions

  • Banks and Credit Unions: Update your mailing and billing addresses.
  • Credit Card Companies: Ensure your billing address is updated.
  • Loan Providers: Mortgage, student loans, auto loans, etc.
  • Investment Accounts: Update details with brokers or financial planners.
  • PayPal and other digital payment services: Update mailing/billing info.


Healthcare Providers

  • Doctors, Dentists, Specialists: Inform all healthcare providers.
  • Pharmacy: Update for prescriptions.
  • Health Insurance: Notify your provider to ensure your coverage transfers smoothly.


Schools and Childcare

  • Children’s Schools/Daycare: Inform the school of the move and arrange for record transfers if switching schools.
  • Extracurricular Activities: Update address with sports teams, music lessons, etc.
  • Colleges or Universities: Inform the institution if you or a family member is enrolled.


Insurance Providers

  • Homeowner’s or Renter’s Insurance: Cancel or transfer the policy.
  • Auto Insurance: Update with the new address for coverage.
  • Health Insurance: Update if necessary.
  • Life Insurance: Notify the insurer of your new address.


Employment and Payroll

  • Employer/HR: Update your address for tax forms, payroll, and benefits.
  • Pension Plans: Notify your pension provider.


Subscriptions and Memberships

  • Streaming Services: Update your billing info (Netflix, Hulu, etc.).
  • Gym Membership: Update address or cancel membership if needed.
  • Professional Associations: Update with any industry organizations.
  • Clubs and Societies: Update addresses for memberships like country clubs, hobby groups, etc.


Online Accounts

  • E-commerce Accounts: Amazon, eBay, etc. for billing and shipping.
  • Cloud Storage: Services like Dropbox, iCloud, Google, etc.
  • Subscription Boxes: Any recurring subscription like meal kits, beauty boxes, etc.


Family and Friends

  • Don’t forget to send out a moving announcement (digital or physical) to notify your closest network of family and friends!


Associated Tasks

  • Make a Moving Checklist: Start early to list the tasks leading up to the move.
  • Contact Movers or Rental Services: Plan the logistics of the physical move. A trusted moving and storage company can help a lot!
  • Notify Neighbors and Landlords: If renting, inform your landlord well in advance.
  • Arrange for a Final Walkthrough: Clean and inspect your old home before leaving.

Updating these places will help ensure you don’t miss important correspondence or services during your move.

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