The Move Master Shopping List

The Move Master Resource Center

Everything you need to purge, pack, and protect.

The Move Master Rule: Don't start packing until you have the right tools. Moving is hard enough—don't make it harder by using bad tape and old boxes.

1. The "Purge & Prep" Kit

Before you pack a single box, you have to clear the clutter. These are the "Day 1" essentials.

• Heavy-Duty Trash Bags: Don't buy cheap ones; they will rip.

• The 3-Pile Sorting Bins: Get three different colors: Keep, Donate / Give, and Trash.

• High-Volume Paper Shredder: [Link] For safeguarding those old bank statements before the move.

2. Professional Packing Supplies

Pack like a pro so nothing breaks. This is the "Move Master" secret sauce.

• The "Wrist-Saver" Tape Gun:  A metal tape gun is worth its weight in gold.

• Color-Coded Moving Labels: [Link] Blue for Kitchen, Red for Bedroom. No more guessing.

• Box Sizing Bundle: [Link] Small boxes for books, Medium for everything else. Avoid Large boxes—they break backs!

• Furniture Sliders: [Link] Move heavy dressers by yourself without scratching the floor.

3. The "Digital & Paper" Safeguard

Your parent’s identity is more important than their furniture. Keep these items with YOU, not the movers.

• Fireproof Document Bag: [Link] For Passports, Wills, and House Titles.

• Physical Password Organizer: [Link] The simplest way to keep track of Mom or Dad's digital logins.

• Portable Locking Safe: [Link] For jewelry and sensitive medications on moving day.

Why These Tools?

I’ve tested dozens of products through years of relocation and elder care transitions. The items listed above are the ones that actually hold up under pressure. When you buy through these links, you support De Malet Publishing at no extra cost to you!