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It is an exciting part of life to purchase a home. It is often the biggest purchase you will ever make, so it is important to make sure you set off on the right foot once you have completed buying your new home. So, what are the most important things to check after you buy a house?
Some of the key tasks to complete when you purchase a house include:
Keep reading to learn more about some of the most important things to check once you buy a home.
If you have just bought a house, you may be worried about moving all of your possessions from your current home to your new one. Fortunately, moving doesn’t need to be such a stressful endeavour! Take a look at some of our top tips for moving below to ensure a smooth process.
Make sure you effectively plan around your move in date, and leave yourself enough time before the date you must be out of your current home to organise and pack all of your belongings. If possible, book some time off work so that you can take as long as you need to move your things across a few days.
Leave yourself plenty of time to hire a team of movers or rent a van to move your items if you need to. Professional movers can be especially beneficial if you are moving large amounts of furniture into your new home.
A vital step during moving is to try and declutter your current home. This way, you won’t unnecessarily move items that you don’t actually need into your new home. This will help to keep your new home clean and tidy from the start.
Some other considerations when you have purchased a home include:
Learn more about how to get on the property ladder by reading our detailed blog: First-Time Buyer Tips for Getting onto the Property Ladder
Once you have bought your house and are ready to move in, there are a few steps to follow to ensure you enjoy a smooth transition into your new home.
The last thing you want is to end up paying for the last owners’ usage, which is why it is important to check your meter readings as soon as possible and pass them on to your provider/s.
Of course, no one wants to live in a house they don’t feel safe in. When you first move into a new home, it is important to change the locks and get new keys cut if this has not already been done. You may not need to do this if you buy a new build. You will also need to reset any security alarms the previous owners may have installed and update codes.
Furthermore, it is essential that you test your carbon monoxide and smoke alarms to test that they are functioning as normal, and locate your water and gas stop taps, and your fusebox. Following these steps can be essential in the unlikely event that something goes wrong in your new home.
Consider putting your deeds and completion statement – and any other important documents or possessions – in a secure location such as a safe to ensure that in the event of a fire or robbery, your important belongings will be safe.
It can be difficult to keep track of all the places your old address is listed. The best approach to take is to start with the most important organisations like your banks, the DVLA, and HMRC. You will also need to update your address on the electoral register, and your council tax may change at your new house. If you have subscriptions or memberships, you will need to inform them of your new address.
To ensure you are not having days with no internet after you move in, you may wish to set up broadband at your new home so that it begins on the day you move in. This way you can stay connected from the very start.
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While you mayhave been to a viewing of your new home before you bought it, you might not have had the chance to carry out a thorough inspection. Now that the home is yours, don’t miss the chance to conduct a full check of the property before you move all of your belongings in.
Take a walk through your home and make sure you understand the layout of the property fully. You also want to see if there are any useful instruction manuals for appliances, locate the thermostat, and find any spare tins of paint that match the walls of the property.
There may be some issues that require your immediate attention, such as if your boiler is not working as expected, or if there are any obvious leaks. It may cost you more to delay these fixes, especially if you are moving in during summer and you don’t repair your boiler until winter.
It can be prudent to put together a maintenance checklist. This will ensure you can keep up with essential tasks such as checking and maintaining the roof and gutters to prevent any leaks. Damp is another common issue that can be avoided with regular checks and preventative measures, such as using a dehumidifier in winter.
Time to make your house a home! Now that you own your new home, take advantage of your full ownership to make any changes to the decoration that you so desire.
You may wish to spend a day or two conducting a deep clean of your new home. This will ensure your house is in the perfect condition before your furniture and personal belongings are moved in.
There may be some aspects of the house that are in need of renovation that you can do yourself, such as painting walls, and replacing carpets or floors. It will be far easier to complete jobs like this without having any of your furniture in the way.
Consider introducing yourselves to your neighbours with a small gift to make a good impression. It is likely that you will be living in close proximity to each other for multiple years, so it is important to get off to a good start with your neighbours.
Now that you own your new home, you may need to rethink your current budget slightly to account for mortgage payments and other new bills. You may also wish to start a new rainy day fund to cover the cost of any unexpected repairs. Review how much you are paying into your mortgage each month and, if possible, consider overpaying to save on interest.
Purchasing your first or next home may seem like a daunting task. You can simplify the process by speaking to a team of experts. At Plumlife, our friendly team will guide you through the process to home ownership and help you to discover your dream home. Contact us today to learn more, or browse our available properties online today.
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