Your first 30 days after moving

Arrival essentials

Start with access, basic services and the records you will need.

• Confirm keys, access instructions and the condition of your new home.
• Locate emergency exits and essential shutoffs; check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
• Confirm electricity, water, internet and other services are active or scheduled.
• Keep identification, medications, chargers and important move documents accessible.
• Photograph damage or missing items and follow the relevant lease, mover or insurance reporting terms.

Get established

Suggested first-week priorities; adjust them to appointments and your household.

• Review which accounts, organizations and services need your new address.
• Confirm insurance coverage for the new address and any changes in vehicle use.
• Find nearby groceries, pharmacies and appropriate healthcare contacts.
• If applicable, arrange school enrollment or childcare and confirm required records.
• Check your destination’s official license and vehicle requirements; record the actual deadlines.

Close the loose ends

Follow up during the first month without treating this as a universal legal deadline.

• Check that mail, service transfers and submitted applications are reaching the right place.
• Keep move dates, housing records and work-location documents together.
• Review remaining deposits, bills, mover charges and unresolved claims.
• Update your household budget with actual housing, utilities, insurance and transport costs.
• Record outstanding tasks, confirmation numbers and follow-up dates.

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