The home-buying process comes with many complexities and little details that are often overlooked without the right guidance. On closing day, you’ll likely experience several different emotions as you’re turning the page on a chapter of your life! But not to worry, that’s why I’m here!
Once your closing date, time and location has been determined, send out your address change notifications! After several years of representing buyers, this is the most common mistake I’ve seen. Since there are so many different people and services who will need to be notified of your address change, I’ve categorized them to help you!
Address Change Notifications
Your Utilities
These services need to be notified PRIOR to moving into your new home!
Electric
Cable
Gas
Telephone
Water
Insurance Companies
Insurance companies will need your address change to update their records. Here are a few common insurance types.
Accidental
Auto
Health
Home
Life
Renters
Professional Services
Oftentimes people forget to notify their professional services because they’re not directly related to purchasing a new home. But don’t forget! You’ll want to make sure you’re getting your information-sensitive mailings (among other things).
Broker
Doctor
Accountant
Dentist
Lawyer
Pharmacy
Business Accounts
With everything being digital today, you can even do this online. Simply updating your online account is a great way to be time efficient and review pertinent account information.
Credit cards
Cell phone
Banks
Department stores
Government
Possibly the most important is to notify government services. The following associations will require an address change.
IRS
Post office
School
State licensing/Driver’s license
Library
Veterans administration
Subscriptions
With all of the imperative address change notifications, this one is easily swept under the rug. But don’t worry, I’m here for a reason, right?
Magazines
Newspapers
Scheduled deliveries (HelloFresh, StitchFix, etc.)
Miscellaneous
If you belong to any clubs or associations beyond what I previously listed, let me know! I’d love to continue to grow my list and help my clients move towards a more seamless home-buying process.
Fitness
Country Club
Worship
That’s it, now you’re ready for the next chapter of your life. Enjoy your new home and all of the micro moments and hard work that helped you get there.
Have a question beyond this list? Let me know!
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