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Vol. IBengaluru · October 2026Free to read

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Moving in: a first-week checklist for your new home

Utilities, locks, society formalities and a walk-through: do these in the first seven days.

By Propstep Desk · 20 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Office desk by a window with plants
Office desk by a window with plants

The first week sets the tone for your new home. A short list keeps the paperwork and practical jobs from piling up.

Utilities and security

Transfer the electricity, water and internet connections into your name, and change the locks. Keep copies of every receipt.

Society formalities

Register with the society office, collect the access cards and note the rules for deliveries, parking and move-in timings.

Do a walk-through

Check every room against your sale agreement and photograph any issue so you can raise it with the builder or seller.

Talk to an advisor

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