Executive Relocation: A Checklist for Your Family
Moving into a fully furnished residence removes the heavy lifting — but a little planning makes the transition effortless for the whole family.
Moving into fully furnished accommodation for a long or extended stay is always a smooth transition with Westprecinct Residences. There is no furniture to move and no boxes to unpack. Even so, an executive relocation touches the whole family, and a little pre-planning turns what can be a stressful week into a day that goes exactly to plan.
Below are five things worth thinking through before you move into a furnished residence — a simple checklist to keep the move calm and considered.
1. Check your utilities
Disconnect your phone and give your internet, gas, electricity and water providers timely notice that you are leaving your current home. Confirm how much advance notice each requires so you avoid unnecessary penalties or final-bill surprises. Where utilities are included or arranged as part of your Westprecinct agreement, we will confirm exactly what is connected before you arrive.
2. Review your existing agreement
If you are leaving a rented home, give your landlord or agent the notice your agreement requires so you do not fall foul of its terms. Allow time to clean the property, arrange the final inspection and return the keys. Reading the fine print early avoids a last-minute scramble.
3. Decide what to do with your furniture
Because your Westprecinct residence is fully furnished, your own furniture is generally not required. Depending on whether you are relocating interstate or from overseas, decide whether to sell your furnishings or place them into storage. Storage is often the most cost-effective option when a furnished residence is an interim step toward a more permanent home.
4. Redirect your mail and update your details
Arrange a mail redirection with your local post office, then update your address with your bank, insurer, superannuation fund, healthcare providers and any other organisations that matter. Let family and friends know you are moving, too — it is the small details that are easiest to forget.
5. Pack wisely
Essential cookware, utensils and everyday items are provided in your residence, so there is no need to bring them. Pack the personal items you will want on hand into a clearly marked box, and keep important documents with you rather than in transit. Finally, confirm arrival timing and key collection with your guest experience contact.
An itemised checklist for the whole household helps you remember the things a last-minute rush tends to overlook — defrosting the fridge, confirming arrangements for a treasured family pet, or setting a forwarding note for deliveries. If you would like help planning your relocation, our team is glad to guide you through every step.
When you are ready to choose where to land, browse our serviced apartments in Sydney to find a fully furnished residence that suits the whole family.