FINAL STEPS

1
CANCEL POLICIES

Once title transfer has occurred contact your insurance agent to cancel your policy so you can receive a refund of any prepaid premiums

STEP
01
2
CLOSE ACCOUNTS
Cancel utilities and close those accounts. Keep a list of phone numbers for each of your utility and entertainment companies
STEP
02
3
CHANGE ADDRESS
Let everyone know your new address. Submit a change-of-address form to the post office.
STEP
03
4
TURN EVERYTHING OFF
Turn off valves to the sinks, toilets, appliances, and water heater. Turn off all light switches and fans. Lastly, call the electric company.
STEP
04
5
DOCUMENTS
Secure all closing documents as well as the contract and closing documents. Keep them in a safe place
STEP
05
6
GATHER HOME PAPERWORK
Put together a packet of manuals, receipts, and any warranties as well.
STEP
06
7
CLEAR OUT PERSONALS
Move out your personal belongings completely. Check all drawers, cabinets, and closets.
STEP
07
8
CLEAN
Ensure that your home is completely clean upon leaving the home. Clean the cabinets, refrigerators, and other appliances inside and out. Thoroughly clean out the garage. Schedule trash pick up prior to the day of closing. Leave your home the way you would like to find it if you were the buyer.
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08
9
INCIDENTALS
Leave all house keys, remotes, gate keys, pool keys, and mailbox keys in a drawer in the kitchen.
STEP
09
10
FLOORS
Vacuum and sweep floors one more time.
STEP
10
11
LOCK UP
Ensure all blinds are closed, and lock the windows and doors.
STEP
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