What is the first thing the essay recommends doing when moving from one place to another?
- Change the locks immediately
- Create a checklist for everything that must be done
- Hire a real estate agent
- Sell all your furniture
Which of the following services should be notified of your new address to forward your mail?
- The electric company
- The cable company
- The U.S. Postal Service
- The moving company
What are two factors moving companies use to determine their costs?
- The renter's age and job status
- Distance to the new home and the amount of goods being transported
- The color of the moving truck
- The time of year and day of the week
What is one way to cut down moving costs mentioned in the essay?
- Hire more movers
- Use a more expensive moving company
- Rent a moving vehicle and do the work yourself
- Leave all your furniture behind
Why does the essay recommend changing the locks on your new apartment or house?
- It is required by law
- To prevent strangers from having access to your new home
- To get a discount on insurance
- To make the keys easier to copy