1. Call your lender.
-Give them your homeowners insurance information if you haven't done so. Your agent can speak with the insurance company to give them any pertinent information.
-Make sure they have all documentation that they need.

2. Perform Walk-Through.
-Walk-throughs are generally performed the day prior to closing or the morning of closing.
-Make sure all fixtures that are supposed to be in the home are there, as well as any personal items that were negotiated.
-If new construction, you will have a paint walk-through, inspect all systems and make sure they work properly, and make sure all normal problems caused during construction have been taken care of.

3. Call all utilities companies and have them operating on day of closing.
Click This Link or your agent will give you the phone numbers for the necessary companies
-Power
-Water
-Gas, Propane
-Cable, Satellite
-Trash Collection

4. Fill out change of address forms at the post office.
-Do it online here!
-Put up a mailbox if new construction so you can receive mail.
-Notify anyone you receive mail from of your new address.

5. Notify School System if you have children.
-Depending on the location of you property you will need to enroll your children in that area.
-Click here for school contact information