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Moving Checklist Template and Home Move Planner
A move is hundreds of small jobs, and most have a deadline. Type your move date into this moving checklist template and every task gets a due date, counted back from moving day. Number your boxes and tick them off as they're packed, delivered and unpacked. Track costs against your budget, and work through the list of everyone who needs your new address. Overdue tasks turn red, so you always know what to do next.
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The Checklist tab with sample data, rendered from the actual spreadsheet.
What's inside
- 20-task checklist from 8 weeks out to after the move, with due dates calculated automatically from your move date.
- Overdue tasks turn red, and the dashboard shows progress by phase.
- Box inventory: room, contents, fragile flag and "open first" priority, with packed, delivered and unpacked ticks.
- Moving costs: estimated vs. actual, with overruns highlighted.
- Address change checklist: mail forwarding, bank, employer and more.
- Dashboard with a countdown, boxes packed and budget left.
- Instructions tab, sample rows, PDF quick-start.
Who it's for
Renters and homeowners planning a local or long-distance move, on their own or as a family.
Tabs in the workbook
| Instructions | Quick start, colour key and tips. |
| Dashboard | Countdown, checklist progress, budget, boxes and address changes. |
| Checklist | Tasks by phase with due dates calculated from your move date. |
| Boxes | Box-by-box inventory with packing, delivery and unpacking ticks. |
| Costs | Estimated and actual moving costs. |
| Address Changes | Organisations to notify, with dates updated. |
How to use it
- Buy and download from Gumroad. Open it in Excel, or upload it to Google Drive and open it with Sheets so your household can share it.
- Enter your move date on the Dashboard. Every task's due date fills in.
- Delete tasks that don't apply and add your own.
- Number and log boxes as you pack, and tick them off on the other end.
- Log costs and address changes as you go.
The dashboard
Dashboard tab, calculated from the sample rows.
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FAQ
What if my move date changes?
Change the date on the Dashboard and every task's due date moves with it.
Can I add my own tasks?
Yes. Add a row, pick a phase, and type how many days before the move it should be done. Use a negative number for tasks after the move.
Does it work for apartments and long-distance moves?
Yes. It works for local and long-distance moves, renters and homeowners.
Does it book movers or change my address for me?
No. It's a planner that helps you keep track of those tasks.
Is there a free version?
The planner is $6. The Family Chore Chart is free.
What if it doesn't work for me?
If a template doesn't work for you, email checkrow@mail.grokbot.com within 30 days of purchase for a full refund, no questions asked.