1.) Enjoy Yourself!
You’ll soon learn that there’s nothing in the world like the satisfaction that comes from owning a brand new home.  At Pasquinelli & Portrait Homes, we ensure that our homes are built with outstanding workmanship and attention to detail.  After all, this is a big investment (quite possibly the largest you’ll ever make) and you deserve nothing less than the best.  Take pride in your accomplishment - this is a big moment!

2.) Make sure you are comfortable with the location of your new home. 
Location is perhaps the most important aspect of new home buying.  Before you purchase a home, be sure to familiarize yourself with the neighborhood.
How far will you have to travel to get to shopping and transportation?  Will your new home be in a good school district?  Will there be entertainment and recreational facilities nearby (movie theaters, restaurants, health clubs)?  It’s important to take all of these factors into account when deciding where to buy.

3.) Shop around for movers if you don’t plan to move yourself
If you plan on hiring a mover, be sure to get more than one estimate.  More often than not, you’ll find that shopping around for the best deal pays off big time – you may save hundreds of dollars!

4.) Make sure that all important parties are aware of your new address.
Be sure to forward your mail before you move.  You’ll also want to contact your bank or other financial institution to let them know of your new address, as well as the IRS.  It’s a good idea to inform your credit card companies as well, and you’ll also need to change your car registration and drivers license addresses.

5.) Know all important and emergency phone numbers.
Make sure that you are aware of all important phone numbers for your area, such as police, utility companies and your local public works department.  Be sure to keep a list of these numbers near the phone.

6.) Familiarize yourself with your condo declaration (if applicable).
If you’re buying an attached home, your community most likely has a condominium declaration, which contains all of the rules and regulations of the community.  Be sure to read through it carefully, so that you are familiar with all of the procedures and practices of your new neighborhood.

7.) Know routes to hospital/medical facilities
Always know where the nearest hospital is, and the quickest way to get there.  Taking the time to map out an effective route to the closest medical facility is important to maintaining the health and safety of your family.