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Address Change In Maine
Stay organized when moving to a new residence either in town or out of state, that way you cover all the bases when the time comes for an address change. You’ll find that checklists are a great idea, even for something as simple as submitting a change of address.
Update Government Agencies With Your Address Change
Contact federal and state agencies with your change of address. In some cases, updating info online is an option. For example, some areas allow residents to update drivers license and vehicle registration info through the state web sites. Here are agencies you don’t want to skip:
- Internal Revenue Service (submit Change of Address Form 8822)
- Social Security Administration (online via the SSA web site)
- Department of Motor Vehicles (online or in person at the DMV)
Inform Utility Companies About Your Move
Remember to not only disconnect service, but to also give your utility companies your new address so they can contact you or forward last bills if need be. Be sure you update your:
- Gas and electric company
- Telephone company
- Water company
- Internet and cable providers
- Sewer, trash and waste companies
Contact Banks And Financial Institutions
Wherever you currently have open accounts, be sure your address change is on file. Then double check once you settle into your new home, that the departments of each financial institution you use all have the same address info for you. And don’t forget to order new checks from the bank if need be.
- Banks
- Credit Unions
- Investment brokers
- Lenders
- Credit reporting agencies
Update Insurance Policies To Reflect Your Address Change
In most cases, your insurance policies will change when you move. For example, auto insurance companies will amend your policy or start you a new one, especially if you move out of state. Be sure you contact your insurance agent for each of the following:
- Auto Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Renters or Homeowners Insurance
Change Your Address With Doctors, Dentists And Health Care Providers
- Doctors
- Dentists
- Therapists
- Body workers
Other Contacts To Notify Of Your Address Change
- Friends
- Family
- Elementary, middle and high schools
- Daycare facilities
- Associations and clubs
- Magazine subscriptions
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