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Moving is stressful! Remembering to pack, unpack and organize everything you have is difficult. We've created a checklist that breaks down what you can do each month before you move to make the whole process easier to manage. If you don't have a large amount of time before you move, you can adjust this checklist according to your needs.

Young couple unpacking boxes into new home.

11 or More Weeks Before You Move

  • Ask your REALTOR® how you will receive the keys to your new home and the time when it is appropriate for you to enter.
  • If you are planning a renovation, getting it done before you move in is ideal. You may need to order renovation materials in advance of your move so the work can begin as soon as you have possession.

 

9 to 10 Weeks Before Moving

  • If needed,…

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You’re in the thick of things now. You’ve gotten pre-approval from the bank, you’ve hunted down the house you want, you’ve signed the purchase agreement and now you’re dealing with a home appraisal before the bank officially approves your loan.

 

The Basics

Before we get to the negotiating tips, we need to understand how the appraisal process works. You wouldn’t start playing a game of football without knowing the rules, right? Understand first, play to your advantage after.

Your loan lender chooses an appraiser from your area to assess an opinion of value, or rather, how much the house is worth. This appraiser is a licensed and certified professional who is unbiased – they do not represent you or the seller. This is done so that the home…

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