6 Tips on How to Secure Important Documents during a Move

Moving your home or office can be both exciting and stressful. Changing your address comes

with an array of administrative responsibilities that may seem tiresome, but can save you

from a variety of misdemeanours. From identity theft to fraud, securing important documents

during a move can save you from detrimental consequences.

We all have binders and deposit boxes that are full of confidential documents, records and

passports. During a move, these significant documents become vulnerable, and if they’re not

adequately secure, accessible to opportunists. Identity theft is the most achievable when

someone is privy to personal information that they can use to access bank accounts,

manipulate certain documents to their benefit, and commit a multitude of fraudulent offenses.

This is made easy when moving from one location to another, as important information is

often left behind, mail is not rerouted, or important papers aren't shredded or filed away. To

avoid any disasters, follow these 6 tips on how to secure your important documents during a

move.

Create a Checklist

Moving from city to city can be quite challenging, especially if you have to think about the

necessary documentation for your family or employees. Before you begin the packing

process, make a list of all corporations, organizations, and subscriptions that you

communicate with via the postal system. The easiest way in which thieves can obtain your

personal identity is through your unsorted mail. Make a list of who might contact you through

the post, these could include:

● Your children’s school,

● Former employers/employees,

● The bank,

● Police, emergency services, or law firms,

● Debt or credit card companies, and

● Any publication or weekly/monthly subscriptions.

Compose an email and alert people to the fact that you are moving and give them your new

address.

Discard and Destroy Unwanted Documentation

Bank statements, paid bills and applications are all material from which an identity thief can

harvest your sensitive information. Before moving, ensure that you have set aside any

documentation, old credit cards, and expired passports that you no longer want or need and

get rid of them. Do not throw them in the trash. Have them shredded and discarded by a

professional shredding company. Not only will this make your life easier, it also ensures that

your confidential documentation is not accessible to prying eyes.

Pack the Important Documents

Make a list of the important documents that need to be packed and transported along with

you. Make a list of your family members or employees that you are responsible for and list

their necessary documentation. These could include but are not limited to:

● Passports and licenses,

● birth certificates,

● vaccination records,

● social security numbers/cards,

● car/home title, and

● insurance papers

Prepare these documents in either marked document boxes or clear plastic sleeves and pack

them directly into your car.

Work with Trustworthy Movers

The easiest way to ensure a smooth move is by hiring a reputable moving company. The

more comprehensive your research, the easier it will be to find a company that you can trust.

Check Your Inventory

Once the packing has begun, make sure that you clearly label your boxes, bags, and crates.

To ensure that your documents are all in order, label the respective boxes to ensure that you

can do a quick check once everything has been offloaded at your new home or office. Make a

list of how many boxes, bags, or crates have been packed. Tick these off as they are loaded

onto the truck, and then again when they have been offloaded.

Ensure that your moving experience is as exciting as it can be by taking the necessary

precautions to secure your important documents. A reputable moving company will guarantee

that your goods arrive safely, but it will be up to you to take care of your documents.

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