MOVE TO DO

beyond, your to-do list can seem a mile long.

Here are 12 things you can make sure to do while settling into your new home.

CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS WITH THE POST OFFICE AND ALL ONLINE SHOPPING SITES.

Let’s face it... Driving to your old address to pick up a package is a pain. It’s better to update your address with USPS and Amazon as soon as you close on your home. Be sure to let your friends and any other companies you receive mail from

SCOPE OUT THE GROCERY STORES AND LOCAL SHOPPING.

While you’re driving around, make sure to find your closest gas station, grocery store, pharmacy and car wash. Of course Google will tell you, but nothing beats actually driving there and remembering where everything is.

Chances are that your neighborhood has a Facebook or NextDoor page, which are great ways to connect with your new neighbors. Stop by Visit Wichita, City Hall meetings, or get a library card. If you want to branch out a little, reach out to US! We’d be happy to help you eventually need to update the address on your driver’s license. Be sure to update your voter registration, too!

FIND NEW HEALTH PROFESSIONALS IN YOUR NETWORK. If you’ve moved from a different city or state, it may be a good idea to ask your former family physician if they Find a trusted landscaper and tree expert to improve or maintain curb appeal! If you’re new to Kansas, it’s important to understand how our weather affects many things, like grass, planting, pruning and sprinkler blowouts.

INCLUDING CARPETS.

While many homes look pretty clean, you can’t be sure just by looking. It’s best to have this done before you move in. Have you thought about trash bin cleaning? There’s several local companies that can clean your stinky bins!

Utilize Belocal To Discover Local Favorites

Whether you’re looking for a new church, day trip ideas, the best local parks or anything in between, you can always find the most up-to-date version of BeLocal Wichita online! www.belocalpub.com/location/wichita

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FROM THE MAYOR

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