Make the necessary bookings for your travel with airlines, buses, trains or car/taxi services etc. depending on your mode of transport.
Book a nice hotel near your house, should you need one before all the unpacking and furnishings are done in your home.
Check out the legal requirements of the new state or the city which is directly concerned with your business, home and other professional requirements.
Make a detailed list of your belongings. This will help you claim the insurance in case of any contingency.
Plan your grocery list for the month such that it will last only till the date of your move. This will not only reduce the over all weight of the moving goods but also prevents the possibility of food items getting spoiled in transit.
Get all the electricity, gas and water bills settled.
Obtain the updated medical records for you and your family from your doctor. Get referrals and transfer prescriptions from your doctor and your dentist.