Just finished your move-in checklist? Great! Now it’s time to get settled. Whether this is your first place or your fifth, these 10 tips will make life in your new rental smoother, safer, and less stressful.
At Integrity Realty Management, we want you to feel prepared from day one, not just during inspections, but throughout your stay.
🔑 10 Smart Tips for Settling In
💰 1. Set Up Auto-Pay or Rent Reminders
Avoid late fees by setting up auto-pay through your bank or our tenant portal. Prefer manual? Set calendar alerts instead.
👋 2. Meet a Neighbor
Introduce yourself! A friendly neighbor can help with local tips, package safety, or even spotting a snow route sign before it’s too late.
📁 3. Store Digital Copies of Your Lease
Scan or save a PDF of your lease to Google Drive, Dropbox, or your phone. Lease terms come up more often than you think.
🛠 4. Keep a Maintenance Log
Track small issues like odd sounds, flickering lights, or slow drains. It helps with smoother maintenance requests and protects you later.
🚨 5. Test Safety Basics
Double-check that smoke and CO detectors work. Locate your breaker box and water shutoff now (not during an emergency).
📱 6. Add Our Contact Info to Your Phone
Save our email and number today: office@integrityrealtymanagement.com
You don’t want to be hunting for it when something urgent happens.
📶 7. Check Cell & Wi-Fi Signal Strength
Walk around and test signal strength in each room especially in basements or mountain areas. Consider a booster if needed.
🌦️ 8. Prep for Colorado Weather
From wildfire smoke to blizzards, Colorado weather can be extreme. Stock up on essentials: drip instructions, ice melt, go-bags, and emergency radios.
♻️ 9. Confirm Trash & Recycling Schedule
City schedules vary and missing one pickup can be a headache. Ask a neighbor or look it up online now.
🛡 10. Get Renters Insurance (If You Haven’t Yet)
It’s required, and it protects your stuff. We recommend LeaseTrack, Lemonade, or USAA for quick setup.
✅ Ready for the Next Step?
Now that your daily setup is solid, why not start exploring your next dream rental? We update new Colorado homes daily.