You might think that once you have your moving estimate, that there are no other expenses to worry about. Unfortunately, there are many other expenses related to moving that you would do well to be aware of so that you can be sure to have sufficient funds to handle them. These include such things as transferring utility services or paying initial startup fees for new utility services. Other things to consider are purchasing food for your new residence once you arrive, the cost of boxes and packing materials, and many household items you may need for your new residence, such as light bulbs, extension cords or cable wire, etc. You can avoid surprises by being prepared with every aspect of your move.