Don't forget to ...

1. Select a LAWYER as soon as possible. They have lot's of work to do!
   • Also see our page on Mortgage Fraud and the importance of taking TITLE INSURANCE
2. Finalize financing through your bank or a Mortgage Broker
   • See Our LEFT MENU for HELPFUL TIPS on Financing
3. Notify Landlord or Property Manager of your move date (elevator booking etc)
4. Notify Services and Utilities of your intended move (Create new account or change existing)
   • See our LEFT MENU for various UTILITY SERVICES, including:
     • Hydro Electric Service (call for Meter Reading)
     • Gas Service (call for Meter Reading) and water heater rentals
     • Oil Delivery Service
     • Water (call for Meter Reading)
     • Water Softener Rental
     • Telephone service for home and cellular
     • Cable and Internet service
     • Alarm Monitoring Service
     • Driver's Licence  and Vehicle Registration (within 10 days)
     • Post Office - Mail Forwarding and Change of Address
   • Make home insurance arrangements for your new home
   • Advise auto insurance company regarding your change of address. New travel distances could affect your coverage.
   • Notify Banks, Credit Card and other Financial Service Firms
   • Notify membership organizations (Churches, Clubs, Civic Groups, Sports and Fitness clubs)
   • Notify Government Agencies such as Income Tax, Family Allowance, Old Age Security, Veterans Affairs, Canada Pension Plan, Maternity Benefits, OHIP, Ministry of Transport re Drivers License and Vehicle Registration)
5. Make arrangements for the new School Year
   • See our LEFT MENU under IMPORTANT RESOURCES for School Boards and Universities
6. Make Moving Arrangements:
   • Book a  Moving Company - advise of moving date
   • Book elevators if necessary
   • Purchase packing materials (bins, boxes, padding, tape etc)
   • Purge present home of unnecessary things - (give to charities, or hold a garage sale!)
7. Plan ahead for work at your new home
   • Decor - Painting, carpet, flooring, shutters and window coverings
   • Improvements - Cabinets, counters, trim, closet organizers
   • Minor renovations - Doors, windows, roofing
   • Major renovations and additions - Line up an Interior Designer or Architect to ensure all work meets with Building Code Requirements
   • Landscaping and Exterior - walks, driveways, pool areas etc
   • Check out our LEFT MENU under IMPORTANT RESOURCES for additional information from CMHC on RENOVATING YOUR HOME  

Please ask should you need any assistance in finding the proper resource for any of the above.

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