Top 4 Things Every New Homeowner Should Do
August 02, 2022
August 02, 2022
Along with the excitement and pride of becoming a homeowner, this new chapter also comes with a new set of responsibilities. To set yourself up for success in your home, here are four things you should do now that you’re a homeowner.
By the time you’ve closed on your house, you’ll have accumulated a lot of paperwork from the homebuying process. It’s important to keep diligent records of these documents, including:
Consider making copies of these documents readily available, then store the original documents in a secure place, such as a fireproof safe.
Additionally, keep records of any home improvement projects you make. Having these files accessible will save you time and money if you decide to refinance or sell your home down the road.
Contact your local utility companies as early as possible to avoid any lapse in service when you move into your new home.
The five basic utility services you’ll want to make sure are connected in your name by the time you move in are:
To avoid any confusion and inconvenience, update your address with these places around the time of your move:
As you move in, make sure you’re prepared for an emergency by planning for the unexpected and checking these items off your to-do list:
To find more tips about homeownership and your responsibilities as a new homeowner, visit My Home by Freddie Mac®.
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