Everything You Need to Get Settled
Moving involves more than packing boxes. Use these resources to set up utilities, understand local trash and recycling service, handle address and vehicle changes, research movers and get connected with the services you'll need in your new community.
Moving Resources
Choose a category below.
Utilities, Trash & Recycling by Community
Greater Memphis does not use one utility and sanitation system. Use the community where your new property is located to reach the correct official service providers.
City of Memphis
- Electric, Gas & Water: Memphis Light, Gas and Water
- Trash & Yard Waste: City of Memphis Solid Waste
- Recycling: City of Memphis recycling services
City of Germantown
- Water: City of Germantown
- Sewer: City of Germantown
- Trash, Recycling & Yard Waste: City of Germantown
- Electric & Gas: MLGW
Town of Collierville
- Water & Sewer: Town of Collierville
- Household Trash: Town Sanitation Division
- Recycling & Yard Waste: Town of Collierville
- Electric & Gas: MLGW
Town of Arlington
- Electric, Gas & Water: MLGW
- Sewer: Town of Arlington
- Trash & Recycling: Town-managed residential collection
- Utility Billing: Town of Arlington
City of Lakeland
- Electric, Gas & Water: MLGW
- Sewer: City of Lakeland
- Trash, Recycling & Yard Services: City of Lakeland
- Bulk Waste: City of Lakeland
City of Bartlett
- Water & Sewer: City of Bartlett
- Household Garbage: City of Bartlett Solid Waste
- Yard & Bulk Waste: City of Bartlett
- Electric & Gas: MLGW
Service Varies by Community
- Electricity: Service varies by property
- Water / Sewer / Sanitation: Varies by Oakland, Somerville, Piperton, Rossville and other municipalities
- Unincorporated Areas: Some properties use wells, septic systems and private trash collection
Internet Availability
- Broadband: Providers and speeds vary by exact address
- Best method: Check the property address rather than assuming service based on ZIP code
Important: Utility boundaries do not always match mailing addresses or city names. Verify service using the exact property address before closing an old account or scheduling a new connection.
Choosing a Moving Company
Use official consumer resources to verify a mover before handing over your belongings.
Search for a Registered Mover
Check an interstate mover or broker through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
How to Select a Mover
Review federal guidance on estimates, registration, insurance and other details before signing a moving contract.
Protect Your Move
Learn your rights and responsibilities when hiring an interstate household-goods mover or broker.
File a Moving Complaint
FMCSA provides a complaint process for problems involving interstate movers and brokers.
Change of Address
Start with mail forwarding, then update the accounts and records connected to your previous address.
USPS Change of Address
Submit an official change of address and arrange mail forwarding to your new home.
Update Voter Registration
Update an existing Tennessee voter registration after moving to a new address.
Accounts to Update
- Banks and credit cards
- Home and auto insurance
- Mortgage and lending accounts
- Investment and retirement accounts
- Health and medical providers
Don't Forget These
- Employer and payroll records
- Online shopping accounts
- Subscriptions and memberships
- Schools and childcare
- Veterinarian and pet records
Driver License & Vehicle Information
Use Tennessee's official resources for driver licenses, REAL ID, vehicle titles and registration.
New Resident Driver License
Review requirements for transferring an out-of-state driver license after moving to Tennessee.
Driver Services Locations
Find Tennessee Driver Services Centers and appointment information.
New Tennessee Vehicle Registration
Review official instructions for titling and registering a vehicle after relocating to Tennessee.
County Clerk Title & Registration
Shelby County residents can access title and registration resources through the County Clerk.
Tennessee REAL ID
Review REAL ID documentation and application information.
Vehicle Address Changes
Review Shelby County requirements for changing the address on an existing vehicle registration.
Local Services & Recreation
Useful starting points for getting familiar with the area after your move.
Memphis Public Libraries
Find library cards, branches, digital resources and public programs.
Memphis Parks
Explore parks, community centers, recreation programs and sports.
Shelby Farms Park
Trails, lakes, playgrounds, events and outdoor recreation.
School District Information
Access district websites, school-zone information and enrollment resources.
Market Reports
See current housing-market information for the communities Toni serves.
Homeowner Resources
Maintenance, seasonal checklists and useful information for your new home.
New Resident Resources
A few more things to take care of once the major moving tasks are complete.
Register to Vote
Use the Tennessee Secretary of State's official voter-registration resources.
Get a Library Card
Eligible residents can begin library-card registration online.
Homeowner Resources
Maintenance, seasonal checklists, renovations and homeowner information.
Local Market Reports
Keep up with housing activity in the communities Toni serves.
School District Resources
Find official district, zoning and enrollment information.
Ask Toni
If you're unsure where to find a local service, Toni can often point you in the right direction.
Ready to Make Greater Memphis Home?
From finding the right community to getting settled after closing, Toni is here as a local resource throughout your move.
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