09/20/2026
Congratulations: you’re officially a homeowner! 🏡 The first 30 days after closing are the perfect time to protect your investment and make your new house feel like home.
✅ First week
• Change the locks, re-key doors, and update smart-lock or garage codes.
• Transfer or set up electric, gas, water, internet, and trash/recycling services.
• Confirm your homeowners insurance is active from day one and review coverage with your insurance professional.
• Update your address with USPS, banks, employers, subscriptions, and important accounts.
✅ Learn your home
• Locate and test the main water shutoff, circuit breaker, and HVAC systems.
• Test every smoke and carbon monoxide detector and replace batteries if needed.
• Save local emergency contacts and introduce yourself to nearby neighbors.
✅ Organize your records
• Collect your closing packet, deed, inspection materials, warranties, and receipts.
• Store everything securely: both in a safe place and digitally.
Whether you purchased in Forest Hills, Rego Park, Fresh Meadows, Flushing, Kew Gardens, Kew Gardens Hills, Jamaica Estates, or Woodmere, NY Empire Real Estate remains a resource even after closing.
Our client-first, family approach and 30+ years of local expertise are here for you beyond the transaction.
ALLA YAKUBOV (Broker): 718-864-5552
LEA ELLIS (Agent/Partner): 917-806-1974