Your first 30, 60 and 90 days

Use this checklist from the day you begin planning. Adjust the timing to your purchase, tenancy and possession dates. The first month is about decisions and essential arrangements; the next two are about establishing a reliable routine.

Days 1 to 30

□ Set the full monthly budget and keep a separate moving and emergency reserve.
□ Speak with Charlie about priorities, timing and the five condo areas.
□ Confirm financing or collect actual rental quotes and inclusions.
□ Tour shortlisted blocks at different times and test the commute.
□ Verify school catchment, childcare needs and accessibility at specific addresses.
□ Complete the property, strata and insurance review before contractual deadlines.
□ Confirm completion and possession, accommodation, movers and elevator booking.

Days 31 to 60

□ Set up utilities and internet; confirm what the building already supplies.
□ Record the suite condition and collect keys, fobs and building contacts.
□ Update address records, mail forwarding and relevant registrations.
□ Transfer prescriptions and arrange healthcare continuity.
□ Complete school and childcare registration and practise the route.
□ Establish your shopping, transit, exercise and waste disposal routines.
□ Read the strata's day to day rules and calendar of meetings.

Days 61 to 90

□ Compare actual spending with your budget and adjust recurring costs.
□ Reassess parking and car use after several weeks of real travel.
□ Build a reserve for suite repairs and potential shared building costs.
□ Explore community programs, cultural venues and recreation options.
□ Document maintenance tasks and follow up on any inspection issues.
□ Review your original priorities and discuss remaining property questions with Charlie.