5 Things To Do After Moving

You just finished moving in to your new home, now what? There are a few things that should be done soon after moving into your new house.  Moving can be a stressful and labor intensive process, you may be worn out after it is complete. To help you remember what you should do post-move, your real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks has provided a list of tasks to accomplish after the big move.

1. Secure Your Home

Try to change the locks on your new home as soon as you can. You never know who the previous owners had given keys to. Also installing long screws in the deadbolt kick plate can help make it more difficult for an intruder to break in. Protecting your family and your belongings in your new home is top priority, you can help by changing and securing exterior locks.

2. Get Familiar With Your New Neighborhood

Make an effort to meet your new neighbors soon after you move in. It can help you get a feel for the neighborhood and meet the people your family will be around. Also familiarize yourself with local hospitals and health care professionals that you and your family may need to utilize in the future. Get to know the location of the local grocery store, hardware store, and other shopping centers can help you adapt to your new surroundings as well.

3. Change Mailing Address

Ensure that your mailing address is changed with the post office. Simply fill out a change of address form at your local post office to complete this process. This can help make sure that you receive the proper mail in a timely manner. You do not want a late payment on your record because you simply did not receive a bill in time due to a change of address.

4. Personalize Your Home

The process of decorating your new home and personalizing it is an exciting task after moving in. One of the first things you should do is put up window coverings in each room to maximize your privacy. If you did not have time prior, it is easier to paint any rooms you wish the change the color of before unpacking and settling in.

5. Line Up Service Companies

Hiring services out can help relieve some stress after your move. A pest control company to can help protect your new home from pesky insects. If you do not wish to maintain your own yard and landscape, call a local lawn care company soon after moving in to set up maintenance.

Now that you are aware of some of the things to do after you move, you will be fully prepared to make your new house a safe and comfortable place for your family. The best realtor in Lake Ozark, MO is here to help make the entire home buying process easier. If you are in the market to find a new home at the Lake of the Ozarks, I would love to help.

Susan Spica
Professional REALTOR®

BerkShire Hathaway HomeServices
101 Crossings West, Ste. 202
Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Office: (573) 365-6868
Susan's Cell: (573) 280-0484