Final approval was given last week on the mortgage, and Settlement has been set for Nov. 30th. So now timing is everything. I was hoping closing could be a bit earlier, but the Seller cannot do it before the 30th. That means I will have to pack up my stuff, load it on the truck on the 29th, and take it to Settlement on the 30th as I have to be out of my current apartment by the 30th as well. The crunch is on to pack stuff, but what do I pack and when? I still have to function for the next 2 weeks, so I cannot pack away everything. And then there's the utility companies that have to be informed so the switch can be made so I have lights, heat, and most importantly, cable and internet. I am very excited, but at the same time apprehensive about all that needs to be done as well as the new debt that I have incurred with the purchase of a home. I just keep looking at the tax writeoffs and hoping that makes it all worth it. As everyone has told me for the past 5+ years, now I will not be just giving my money (aka rent) to someone else. My philosophy has been "been there, done that" in respect to being a homeowner, and now I'm doing it again. I am hoping for the best!
Saturday, November 17, 2007
All Systems GO
Final approval was given last week on the mortgage, and Settlement has been set for Nov. 30th. So now timing is everything. I was hoping closing could be a bit earlier, but the Seller cannot do it before the 30th. That means I will have to pack up my stuff, load it on the truck on the 29th, and take it to Settlement on the 30th as I have to be out of my current apartment by the 30th as well. The crunch is on to pack stuff, but what do I pack and when? I still have to function for the next 2 weeks, so I cannot pack away everything. And then there's the utility companies that have to be informed so the switch can be made so I have lights, heat, and most importantly, cable and internet. I am very excited, but at the same time apprehensive about all that needs to be done as well as the new debt that I have incurred with the purchase of a home. I just keep looking at the tax writeoffs and hoping that makes it all worth it. As everyone has told me for the past 5+ years, now I will not be just giving my money (aka rent) to someone else. My philosophy has been "been there, done that" in respect to being a homeowner, and now I'm doing it again. I am hoping for the best!
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Excellent!
If you need help moving ... CALL SOMEONE ELSE!
Just kidding, give me a holler if you need some help.
Yes, let me know if you need help.
The utility switches are a cinch nowadays, and can sometimes be done online. Start now for the 30th. Sometimes it takes a few days to a week to go into effect. You can change your mailing address online, too, at usps.com.
Pack as much as you can now. Use paper plates, plastic cups and plastic ware, and remember: pizza was invented for people who are moving.
Thanks, Merci.........
Good luck and congrats, Karl.The place looks gorgeous, and once you are moved in and settled in, you will feel great, and the moving day angst will be but a memory. Call if you need help, I am sure I can manage a trip south to ML. What a romantic time to move, right before the holidays. You will have a wonderful holiday this year!
luv,
medbh
congratulations. some things in life are worth repeating.
Like my Thanksgiving Dinner..........MMMMMMMMMMMM!!!
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