## Essential Checklist for Moving Into a New House (2023) Source URL:: <https://www.thisoldhouse.com/storage-organization/reviews/moving-into-a-new-house-checklist> Prepare for your upcoming move into a new house with our essential checklist. We cover the most important things you need to do before and after your move. ### Highlights > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Mon Jul 17 2023 23:28:14 GMT-0400%% > > Moving to a new city in the same state only requires updating your driver’s license and voter registration. To do that, you will need your current ID plus one or two documents that confirm your residency, such as a utility bill or bank statement with your name and new address. > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Mon Jul 17 2023 23:28:14 GMT-0400%% > > It can take weeks to fully settle into a new home, but it helps to have a plan. Decide how and when you’ll tackle the grand unpacking. Unpack the most important boxes first, and set a goal for when you’d like to be done with everything.