Making your "Home Buying Process" a snap! Regardless of when you plan to move, the challenges are the same. But, with a little planning, your next move can be smooth and painless. Planning is a word that cannot be uttered too many times when it comes to moving. For starters, go through your home and take an inventory of which items you want to keep and which items you would rather leave behind. If you have children, get them to do the same thing so they will become stakeholders in this sometimes-rigorous process. Record keeping is important for several reasons. If you write everything down, you have protected yourself in the event something gets left behind while moving or doesn’t survive the trip. In setting up your record keeping system, you need structure that deals with specifics. ..................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................