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Downsizing Checklist

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Move to a smaller home thoughtfully. This free downsizing checklist gives you a 20-item head start so nothing important slips through the cracks. it's been shaped by real families using it in real moments — the kind you don't get a second chance to prepare for. Use it as-is, or open it in Checkbloom to customise every item, share it with anyone by link (no account required on their end), and tick things off together in real time from any phone. When you're offline, changes queue and sync the moment you're back. Every Checkbloom template is free to preview and free to download as a PDF. Create a list from this template and share it with anyone by link — they can check items off in real time with no account or app download required.
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What's on the list

  • Measure new space
  • Sketch furniture plan
  • Decide what fits, what goes
  • One room at a time
  • Sort: keep, gift, sell, donate, trash
  • Schedule estate sale or auction
  • Photograph sentimental items before letting go
  • Digitize photos and documents
  • Shred old paperwork
  • Donate to charities you care about
  • Sell large items 6 weeks out
  • Give heirlooms to family
  • Hire downsizing specialist if overwhelmed
  • Confirm new building rules
  • Update address everywhere
  • Forward mail
  • Schedule movers
  • Pack 'must-keep' box
  • Be gentle with yourself
  • Celebrate the new chapter

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