Use this chart to anticipate as many moving-related costs as possible. Fill in actual costs or your best etimate for the items below that apply to your move. (Many expenses are tax-deductible. Call the IRS at 1-800-829-4477 to find out about yours.)

Expenses Before Your Move
House-hunting trip	$ _________________
Home inspection fee	$ _________________
Closing costs or realtor fees	$ _________________
First and lat months' rent and/or security
deposits (for apartment or house rental)	$ _________________
Utility deposits	$ _________________
House-cleaning supplies or services	$ _________________
Moving Expenses
Professional movers or truck rental	$ _________________
Packing materials	$ _________________
Transportation (airline tickets, auto
expenses, meals and hotels)	$ _________________
Expenses After You've Moved
Temporary housing	$ _________________
Paints, cleaning supplies, groceries	$ _________________
Application or membership fees	$ _________________
Other Expenses
	$ _________________
	$ _________________
	$ _________________
TOTAL EXPENSES	$ _________________