8 Things to Do After Your Move

You just moved into your new home. Now what? Before you get too comfortable, make sure you complete these important, often forgotten tasks.

Within the first week:

• Take photos of your old (now empty) home – especially if you were renting. These could come in handy if a dispute regarding your security deposit arises.
• Check your belongings for any damage from the move. Document, contact your mover, and file a claim promptly.
• Figure out where and when your trash and recycling pickup is.
• Change all the locks on your new home.

Within 30 days:

• Update your driver’s license with your new address. Typically, this is required within 30 days. For MA residents, please visit : DMV.org
• Send address change notifications to: post office, utility companies (gas, electric, water, cable, phone, internet, etc.), employer, bank, health care provider, any subscription services (magazine, gym, etc.)

Within 60 days:

• Register your vehicle at your new address. Typically, this is required within 60 days of your move.
• Update your voter registration with your new address.

Once you complete these important post-move tasks … sit back, relax, and enjoy your new home.