Planning a move to California? Lucky you! California is a beautiful, warm state with plenty of great beaches, recreational opportunities, sports teams, and colleges to satisfy people of all ages and interests. But navigating a move is a challenge, especially if you’re coming from out of state. To ensure your move goes smoothly, we’ve listed some key tasks to check off your to-do list before, during, and after your move.

Your Pre-Move Checklist

Buying a home and preparing for a major move is a lot of work. Take it one step at a time so you can stay organized!

Find a dedicated realtor who can help you hunt down the perfect California property.
Connect with the pros at Peak Finance Company to find a loan that fits your needs.
Book a moving company a couple of months in advance.
Declutter your belongings so you have less stuff to pack and move.
Pack your moving boxes using a coded system for effortless unpacking later.

Moving Day Considerations

Moving day doesn’t have to be a hectic mess. Stick to a plan so you can avoid mishaps and unnecessary stress.

Remember to pack an overnight bag with stuff you will need when you first arrive at your new home.
If you have pets, make a plan to keep them away from the moving day action.
Keep important documents with you instead of packing them away.

Setting Up Your New Home

Before you go out and explore your new town, take care of those last few moving tasks to make your home livable.

Set up your utilities before moving to ensure your lights, heat, and water are all running when you arrive.
Have any carpeting professionally cleaned (dry cleaning ranges between $75 and $350)
Change the locks to keep your property and your family safe from intruders.
Test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
Locate your breaker box as well as water and gas shutoff valves.

Relocating to California is an exciting experience, but it does come with a few moving-related challenges. From navigating the house-hunting process to setting up your new home, there are several important steps standing between you and your dream life in California. Plan ahead, stay organized, and your move will be over before you know it!

To learn more about how Peak Finance Company can fulfill all your home loan needs, fill out an application or call (562) 818-3502 today!