{"id":2455,"date":"2015-10-15T13:30:23","date_gmt":"2015-10-15T18:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/?p=2455"},"modified":"2023-08-23T16:21:12","modified_gmt":"2023-08-23T20:21:12","slug":"a-checklist-of-11-things-you-must-do-after-moving-into-a-new-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/a-checklist-of-11-things-you-must-do-after-moving-into-a-new-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"A Checklist of 11 Things You Must Do After Moving Into a New Apartment"},"content":{"rendered":"
So, you\u2019ve finally moved into your apartment, unpacked all the boxes, and taken your first deep breath. Thankfully, the hard part is over. Hopefully, you\u2019re enjoying your new place and getting accustomed to all the adjustments you\u2019ve made. Now, in order to make the next few weeks easy and productive, we\u2019ve provided you with a checklist of things you need to take care of.<\/p>\n
Have you switched over your mailing address from your old place to your new apartment? It\u2019s important to do this as soon as possible. Thankfully, it\u2019s simple and straightforward. You can now handle the entire process online, which is a lifesaver. No waiting in line or forgetting important documents at home. You simply log on<\/a>, provide the necessary information, and pay the $1.10 fee to change your address. You\u2019ll get an email confirmation and the change of address will be effective immediately. This is also a good time to remember to transfer your magazine subscriptions to your new address. Ideally, you should do this prior to the move, as it can sometimes take a number of weeks for subscriptions to successfully forward to a new address, but go ahead and do it now if you haven\u2019t already.<\/p>\n Meeting the neighbors can be uncomfortable and strange, but get it out of the way. If you wait too long \u2013 say longer than a couple of weeks \u2013 it can really get awkward. Hopefully your neighbors come over and meet you, but you can\u2019t count on that these days. Just knock on the door, introduce yourself, and tell them you\u2019re new to the neighborhood. Who knows, maybe your new best friend is living next door.<\/p>\n Now for an extremely practical tip. During a move \u2013 especially if it\u2019s one across state lines \u2013 you acquire a lot of documents and forms. Now is a good opportunity to get organized and consolidate this information. Buy a filing cabinet or dedicated bin and put all important documents inside. This includes warranties, lease agreements, insurance information, etc. Having these documents at your fingertips will make it a lot easier to find the information you\u2019re looking for in the future.<\/p>\n Was your move work-related? Is your employer planning on reimbursing you? It\u2019s important to gather all your receipts and make copies of moving documents so that your employer can cut you a check as soon as possible. If you wait too long, you risk losing receipts or forgetting things.<\/p>\n If you moved across state lines, you have to jump through a lot more hoops after moving in. You\u2019ll need a new license plate, car tags, driver\u2019s license, insurance, and more. Thankfully, the DMV has a handy resource<\/a> that tells you exactly what you need when moving to a new state. This includes things like voter registration, vehicle inspections, and tax information.<\/p>\n One of the more challenging aspects of moving is that you have to get used to the new area in which you live. Even if you\u2019re just moving to a new neighborhood in the same city, you\u2019ll quickly find that you\u2019re unfamiliar with your surroundings. Take an afternoon and find all the important places in your area. This includes things like hospitals, schools, supermarkets, gas stations, and pet parks<\/a>. This little activity can save you precious time when you\u2019re in a hurry and looking for a specific place.<\/p>\nMeet the Neighbors<\/h3>\n
Organize All New Documents<\/h3>\n
Collect and Send Receipts<\/h3>\n
Get New Documentation<\/h3>\n
Locate Important Places<\/h3>\n
Find a New Doctor<\/h3>\n