{"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":"11 Things You Must Do After Moving Into a New Apartment"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you\u2019ve finally moved<\/a> into your New York City apartment<\/a>, 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 list of 11 things to do after moving into a new apartment.<\/p>\n

Moving Checklist for Your New Apartment<\/h2>\n

Switch Mailing Addresses<\/h3>\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, provide the necessary information, and pay the low 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

Meet the Neighbors<\/h3>\n

Meeting the neighbors<\/a> 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

Organize All New Documents<\/h3>\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

Collect and Send Receipts<\/h3>\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

Get New Documentation<\/h3>\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

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