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Moving from an Apartment to a House Checklist

  • May 22, 2018
  • Walter Portier
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Moving from an Apartment to a House Checklist

“Getting the keys to your first home is one of life’s big moments, and there’s a lot to love about moving into a house. It’s yours to paint, decorate and remodel as you please, and that vegetable garden (or man cave) you’ve been thinking of is one step closer to happening. But going from renting to owning a home brings new responsibilities, as well.

Here’s a checklist of some to-do’s for new homeowners moving from an apartment to a house:

  1. Make a list of pre-move projects. Some projects, like refinishing the floors or painting the walls, are easier before you move in. You can build it into your moving budget and you won’t have to do it after you move in.

  2. Change the locks and make spare keys. Having new keys and locks made for your home is relatively inexpensive. The previous owner may have shared spare keys with neighbors, repair people and others. You can also have a spare key made and leave it with someone you trust in case you lock yourself out.

  3. Get to know your house. Acquaint yourself with your home’s heating and electrical systems. Label the breakers in your electrical box so you know which one to reset if you blow a fuse.

  4. Meet the neighbors. Take some time to meet the neighbors. Exchange contact information. Besides being neighborly, you may be able to help one another if someone is out of town. You can also look out for unfamiliar cars in the driveways, an important part of helping to prevent burglaries.

  5. Learn how to shut off the main water valve. Water damage caused by household appliances can be costly. As a homeowner, you’ll want to make sure you know how to shut off the water in your house.

  6. Save for that rainy day. Homeownership can present some unexpected expenses. It’s a good idea to save for a broken refrigerator or a leaky roof, which might require you to spend money right away.

  7. Schedule your preventive maintenance. Like a car, your home needs regular tune-ups. From yearly inspections of the furnace to routine checks of the condition of the hot water heater, a bit of preventive maintenance can save you much…”

Continue reading this article on Travelers blog for more good tips when moving.

 

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