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10 Things To Do After Relocating To A New City

Reblogger Debe Maxwell, CRS
Real Estate Agent with Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 228209

Find your way in Charlotte NCEven when you move within the Charlotte Metro region, this list will come in handy! Having lived in nearly every area in the city over the years, I can tell you that you'll want to adapt to your part of the city first; the rest will follow...in time. 

Discovering alternative routes to schools and to work are a great way to spend a weekend afternoon too. Yes, we have GPS & WAYZ that we can use but, actually 'learning' those routes will serve you well in the weeks & months to come.

Welcome to Charlotte!

Original content by Mott Marvin Kornicki Florida RE Broker

Free at last! The backbreaking work of moving large furniture from one side of the house to other is finished. No more do packed boxes line the house. It's a great feelings of accomplishment. Enjoy your reprieve for a night as you've earned it. After giving yourself a day of rest it's time to get back to work!

 

1. Get Connected to your New Neighborhood: Probably the most anxious part of moving is meeting your new neighbors. It's essentially a crap shoot as they could be wonderful people that you will eventually trust and perhaps they will become a vital asset once you become settled in. Or possibly they could be the Neighbor from Hell. Regardless going out of your way and introducing yourself to the neighbors will go a long way as we know first impressions last a lifetime.

2. Update your address with the important contacts: Emergency contacts, banks, family members, and collectors must all be made aware of your address change. This can be a bit tedious, but you must make sure everything is in order as you would hate for some meaningless bill go into collections due to sheer negligence.

3. Register your vehicle: Go to dmv.org and get new tags, a license plate, and a registration card. If you don't and you get pulled over you will be very sorry. You will most likely have to waste a day in court to appeal whichever fine may have been levied on you.

4. Re-register to vote in your new location: Follow http://www.eac.go. It's important that you do this as states rules and regulations vary when it comes to establishing residency.

5. Find a doctor/dentistClick here to find a Doctor or Dentist near you. Make sure to do a quick check of ratings as well.

6. Update your insuranceCompare Auto Insurance now! You would be surprised to see how much auto insurance can vary state-to-state, but it certainly make sure you get the best and most advantageous rate.

7. Check your commute to work: Try at least two different routes and time how long it takes you to go each way. As good as Google maps is becoming, it's still better to be prepared and know multiple ways to get to work in case an unfortunate event were to happen causing you to be late to work during your first week.

8. Get acquainted with your new city! Try new things: Go to new grocery stores. Check out urbanspoon.com and see which restaurants are the best in your area. Look up TripAdvisor and see which attractions are closest to you.

9. Review your moving company: Perhaps it was a pleasant experience perhaps it wasn't. If you indeed had a bad experience make sure other people don't make the same mistake that you did.

10. Schools: If you have children make sure to get them registered and set to go for school. Also make sure to check for sports leagues, clubs, or extracurricular activities to get them involved.

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Comments(8)

Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Wise advice for all of our new neighbors moving to a new city, thanks for sharing this Debe.

Jun 09, 2018 11:11 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

All good advice, now just to be fair, from  someone who has relocated more than 20 times ME:)) a good Relocation  Realtor would address these points in advance... now with that said if they did not.... than this Re-blog is a good checklist, Endre

Jun 09, 2018 11:18 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

I agree, Bob Crane - it applies to everyone moving to any city!

Jun 09, 2018 11:20 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

LOL I've spent a lot of time relocating as well and yes, you want to know these things up front! These items are actually included on a laundry list of moving tips that I, personally, give buyers in the beginning as well.  You can never be too prepared!

Have a great Sunday!

Jun 09, 2018 11:22 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

I like evergreen posts like this about the locating or moving or basic banking. They really never lose any of their impact or helpfulness!

Jun 09, 2018 11:24 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much for sharing this excellent reblog selection.

Jun 10, 2018 07:07 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Debe. This is a terrific re-blog. I have been there and done that.

Jun 10, 2018 07:50 AM
Pat Starnes-Front Gate Realty
Front Gate Real Estate - Brandon, MS
601-991-2900 Office; 601-278-4513 Cell

All ten items are essential for settling into your new city, and I LOVE the road map graphic.

Jun 10, 2018 07:47 PM