Resources to Help You Get Settled

Tackling a long-distance move can be overwhelming, especially if this is your first time moving out of state. Aside from planning out the trip to your new home, you also need to make sure you take care of all of the essential tasks that will help you feel connected, secure and comfortable in your new house and your new location. Now you may already have most of your move planned out but these resources can help you get settled faster and feel at home sooner.

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Getting Your New Home Connected

You’re going to need some basics if you want to avoid stress in your new home.

• Connect basic utilities in your new place.
• Parents may want to check local school rankings.
• High-speed internet is another must in your new home.

Updating and Maintaining Your New Home

Once you have the basics, start making updates to make your property your own.

• Take care of and basic home maintenance
• Start a new garden to add beauty and purpose to your yard
• Then you can focus on sprucing up patio spaces.

Feeling at Home in Your New Place

Adding a few extra touches can help your new home feel safe and comfortable.

• Don’t procrastinate when it comes to unpacking.
• A DIY security system can help you feel safer.
• But you may also start feeling homesick.
• Personalizing your space can help with these feelings.

Feeling Like a Local in Your New State

Now that you have your home in order you can start exploring your new state.

• Plan a scenic drive to get familiar with local highways.
• Be sure to stop at top restaurants along your route.
• It can also help to connect with new friends in a new city.
• Apps can also help you find connection.

Relocating to a new state, or even a new city or neighborhood, can feel like such a major transition. With so many things to take care of, it helps to have resources like the ones above to keep yourself on track and avoid missing any crucial steps.

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