The New Homeowner’s Guide to Getting Settled in Los Angeles

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Moving is a big process with a lot of moving boxes. Add to that the fact that you’ve got to unpack all those boxes and start the process of getting to know your new home and the surrounding area, and it gets a little overwhelming. This guide from LA real estate professional Lauren Tizabi is meant to ease your worries and help you get settled into your new Los Angeles home.

Pieces of the Moving Process

Connect with Real Estate Agent Lauren Tizabi

https://www.laurentizabi.com/

Turn On Water Service

https://dpw.lacounty.gov/wwd/web/

Turn On Gas/Electric

https://www.socalgas.com/schedule-service

Choose an Internet Provider

https://broadbandnow.com/California/Los-Angeles DMV Office Locations

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/locations/

Post Office Locations

https://www.postallocations.com/ca/los-angeles/main-office-la

Hire Move-In/Regular Cleaning Service

https://www.myacleaningservice.com/

Schedule Yard Maintenance

https://www.lawnstarter.com/los-angeles-ca-lawn-care

Quick Start Guide to Local Fun

15 Fun Things to Do

https://www.thecrazytourist.com/top-25-things-to-do-in-los-angeles/

Best Local Beaches

https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/things-to-do/the-best-beaches-in-los-angeles

Los Angeles Hiking Trails

https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/nature-travel/best-hikes-in-los-angeles

Places to Eat

https://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/restaurants/best-restaurants-in-los-angeles

Go-To Local Resources

Find a School (K-12)

https://achieve.lausd.net/domain/4

Find a Doctor

https://www.zocdoc.com/primary-care-doctors/los-angeles-13122pm

Find a Babysitter

https://localbabysitter.com/find-a-babysitter-in-los-angeles-ca/

Find a Vet

https://www.expertise.com/ca/los-angeles/veterinarians

Find a Pet Sitter

https://citypetsitters.com/

Find a Pharmacy

https://www.goodrx.com/pharmacy-near-me/all/ca/los-angeles

Find an Auto Repair Shop

https://www.aaa.com/autorepair/locations/los%20angeles-ca

Find a Daycare/Preschool

https://www.ccala.net/

Resources for Moving Your Business

Connect with the Chamber of Commerce

https://lachamber.com/

Determine If You Need a Business License

https://lacounty.gov/starting-a-business-in-the-county/obtaining-a-business-license/

Register Your Business with The State

https://www.zenbusiness.com/california-llc/

Get Acquainted with Local Tax Requirements

https://finance.lacity.org/business-tax-information-faq

Once you’ve figured out your move and settled on the right home, it’s time to get your moving and unpacking ducks in a row and take care of those small (yet important) move-in tasks. Soon enough, you can head out and start exploring beautiful Los Angeles ASAP!

Planning a relocation? Let real estate professional Lauren Tizabi help you find the perfect place to call home in Los Angeles. Call today for an appointment. 310-666-1537.