Are You A New Homeowner In Omaha, NE? If So, Here Are Some Checklist Items To Tackle ASAP
It’s official – you have finally found, closed on and moved into the home of your dreams in Omaha, NE. We think a congratulations are in order as that is no small feat! But once the celebratory Champaign bubbles have fizzled out and all the boxes have been put away, it is now time to ensure that a few things are in order in your new abode. Below we have listed a couple items for you to tackle in the areas of security, home documents, emergency planning and maintenance to not only help keep you organized, but also avoid any costly home repairs down the road.
Home safety and security:
First thing’s first! When it comes to home safety for you and your family, this is something you want to jump on right away:
-Before anything else, make sure to change the locks on the home. You never know who had a spare key and could let themselves into your house at any point.
-On that same note, you want to reset any codes that allow access into the house/property, such as gates, garage doors, etc.
-It is always a good idea to have a fire extinguisher near the kitchen in the event of an emergency/fire.
-Set aside some time to test carbon monoxide and fire detectors to ensure they are working properly.
-In all exterior lights, make sure that all bulbs are working and replace any that need to be fixed.
-Lastly, be sure to hide extra sets of keys in a lockbox out of sight. Robbers have gotten cleaver and know to check under flower pots!
Important home documents:
There are a few important documents that you may want to keep handy in case an unexpected dispute arises, or you need to reference information:
-Insurance documents
-Final closing documents
-Contact information for lender
-Inspection report
Emergency planning:
The least ideal time to plan for an emergency is while it is happening. Here are a few things to keep in mind and plan for:
-Be sure to familiarize yourself with the circuit box, as well as label the circuit breakers.
-If you have gas, make sure to know where the gas shut-off valve is in case of an emergency.
-Find where the main water shut-off value is in the event of a broken pipe.
-For quick reference, make a list of emergency contacts such as your insurance agent, utility companies, electrician and plumber, and make it easily accessible to everyone in the home.
Maintenance:
As a homeowner, you now are responsible for all maintenance of your property (we know, *sigh..*) To make it a bit easier for you, we have created some bullets below for you to reference. It may be beneficial for you to set calendar events, so you don’t miss these basic maintenance tasks:
-Schedule HVAC maintenance in the spring and fall, as well as change the filters at least once a season.
-Check on and clean out those gutters at least once a year.
-Clean out the dryer vent and hose at least once yearly to avoid fires.
-Once a year, drain your water heater.
-If your refrigerator was not purchased recently, be sure to clean the coils at least once a year.
Wow. When we say there is so much going on this weekend in and around Omaha, NE we aren’t kidding. This is not a drill, folks! Grab your family and friends for summer days filled with sporting events, walking food tours, dinosaur exhibits, concert series, castle tours, a blues festival, yoga events and so much more. You can even go backstage at the aquarium! Talk about a good time.. Check these and so much more out below. Enjoy!
Let’s be honest - no matter how you spin it, buying a home is not cheap. And whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned professional, we are sure the previous sentence comes as no surprise to you (you may have even found yourself nodding and smirking in agreeance). But what many people tend to focus on are the larger costs that are associated with home buying, such as mortgage payments and down payment costs, and many tend to overlook the lesser fees that may arise during the buying process. But fear not, as after today’s blog post we are confident you will leave with a better, more thorough understanding of not only what these fees are, but also what they could end up costing, so you can plan accordingly.
With Father’s Day right around the corner, now is the perfect time to fill your calendar with events and activities in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE. Spend your weekend celebrating dad and creating beautiful memories while taking in a baseball game, indulging in a walking food tour, roaming farmer’s markets, tackling a mini mud run, exploring art exhibits and much more! We have listed these and a few other can’t-miss events below for you to check out. Enjoy, and Happy Father’s Day!
We all know how stressful moving can be – packing your entire life into cardboard boxes, hauling everything away in a rented truck and, finally, attempting to make sense of all the chaos after the final box is unloaded. We get it. In an effort to alleviate some of that stress (and the overwhelming feeling of sheer panic at times), we have listed ten moving hacks below. We are sure they will aid in your moving process and help to keep things organized and running smoothly from start to finish.
Hello weekend, we missed you! Below we have listed a few can’t-miss events and activities that are happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE this weekend. So grab your family and friends for a few days filled with everything from comedy shows and art festivals, to walking food tours, aircraft exploration events, farmers markets, dinosaur activities, yoga in the forest and so much more!
With spring coming to an end, we are quickly approaching the time of year where many families head out for their long-awaited summer vacations. Whether you are jet setting to a foreign country, packing the car for a road trip or relaxing in the sun on a tropical getaway, you want to enjoy your vacation with the peace of mind knowing your home is safe and secure back in Omaha, NE. And that is where we come in! We have packed this blog post with tips and tricks to help make your house burglar-proof, so you can return home relaxed, refreshed and a little sun-kissed.
As we say goodbye to May and welcome June, this weekend is the perfect time to get out of the house and explore all the fun events and adventures our beautiful city of Omaha, NE has to offer. We have listed a few can’t-miss activities for you to check out below. Spend the weekend tasting delicious new recipes on a walking food tour, try a new tune at karaoke, pick up fresh, local food at the farmer’s market and go backstage at the aquarium for a day to remember!
With warm weather and sunshine (finally) staying consistent in our forecast, this is the perfect time of year to get out of the house and spend some quality time outdoors with family and friends. We have listed fifteen of our favorite parks in and around Omaha, NE below that we know you will enjoy! Whether you are attempting to tire out your toddlers at the playground, take a relaxing stroll in the sun or enjoy a romantic picnic with your significant other, these parks are the perfect place to spend your summer days. Enjoy!
Hello, weekend – we sure have missed you! And what perfecting timing for a few days off because there are so many events and adventures happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE that you will not want to miss! We have listed a few below for you to check out (thank us later!). Spend your weekend perfecting your yoga in the park, doing a walking food tour, laughing at a comedy show, going backstage at the aquarium, enjoying a fashion show and so much more!




