You Did It! Here’s What to Do in Week One
#### 🏠 Welcome Home!
You’ve signed the final docs, grabbed the keys, and officially closed. 🎉Now that you’re a homeowner, the next week is all about settling in — and setting yourself up for success.
Here’s your first 7-day homeowner checklist, especially if you bought using an FHA or conventional loan.
✅ Day-by-Day Checklist for New Homeowners
Day
Task
Day 1
Celebrate & walk through your home again (check for anything urgent)
Day 2
Change the locks and garage codes
Day 3
Set up utilities (gas, electric, water, trash, internet)
Day 4
Update your address with USPS, banks, and subscriptions
Day 5
Review home warranty (if included) + home insurance
Day 6
Meet the neighbors + explore your neighborhood
Day 7
Start a list of repairs, upgrades, or furniture needs
🛡️ Bonus: Don’t Forget These Essentials
- Create a home binder for documents, warranties, and receipts
- Locate water shutoff valves, breaker box, and HVAC filters
- Take photos of major systems (plumbing, electrical) for records
- Set a calendar reminder for property tax and insurance dates
💡 FHA vs. Conventional Tips
Category
FHA
Conventional
Mortgage Insurance
Monthly MIP continues
May cancel at 20% equity
Refinance Options
Streamline available
Refi at any time
Equity Growth
Slower at first (3.5% down)
Faster with 10–20% down
No matter your loan type, building equity begins on day one.
💬 Final Thought
The first week in your new home is both exciting and overwhelming. Take it one day at a time — and know that you don’t have to have it all figured out at once. We're still here when you need us.
📞 Need help planning your move or setting up services?
We’ve got local connections and move-in checklists ready.
👉 Request Move-In Help or Resources
Or reply with your move-in date — we’ll send a custom checklist.