6 Tips For a Painless Move

Buying a new home is a very exciting time. Finally you have found a new place to live and make yours as you begin the next chapter of your life. But let’s face it, the actual physical move can be a less than desirable chore. So here are a few helpful tips that can help make your move as painless as possible. 

Freshen first

You may have made some notes when visiting the property before you actually closed on it but see what sort of work needs to be done. Do any rooms need painting? Do any of the floors need to be refinished? Take care of these items first as it can be much easier than working around your belongings after they are all moved in. This also goes for cleaning too. If you don’t have the time or manpower then it may make sense to hire cleaners to help get things in tip top shape before moving in.

Change the locks

As soon as you possibly can it is always a good idea to have the locks changed. It is not because you don’t trust the previous owners per se, but you never know who they lent keys out to over the years. This also goes for mailbox keys, keypads and codes as well if applicable. 

Setup utilities

There’s nothing worse than moving in and having power or utilities not working. That can really add to the stress! Be sure you find out from the previous owners ahead of time what all of the utilities are that are associated with the home and get the accounts setup in your name ahead of time.

HOA registration?

Does your new home have a homeowners association (HOA)? Be sure you have done any necessary paperwork to ensure you can be easily contacted and are aware of bylaws and regulations so that you don’t get off on the wrong foot with your new neighbors.

Organize with labels

Once you have moved all of your things into the new home there will be some priority to what you need to unpack and get settled with first. The simplest  way to stay organized is to label all of your boxes so you know where everything is. This can also help you and/or movers place boxes in the appropriate rooms as well. Label each box with both the room and contents.

Food

Finally, things can get chaotic and busy on moving day so map out some good and easy food options that are close by. Whether it is a good pizza place or somewhere that is open later, knowing where to get food quickly will help you plan and avoid getting hangry!