o umejipanga fiti, you’re ready to make a big step and move somewhere new. But are you really ready? Maybe you forgot something.Whether you’re moving to your own home or to a new rental property; let’s show you what you need to do before your big decision with our checklist:
- Are all outlets in good working order? Meaning hakuna socket italipuka if you put in your kettle to boil water for tea.
- Have you cleaned the house? The new house might need some TLC from the previous owner or if newly built, there might be some dirt you need to clear out. Broken tiles,concrete cement etc.
- Check for pests. There isn’t anything more disturbing than coming to your new home only to learn uko na wageni hawalipi rent! Check to see if there are any mice, rats or roaches.
- This is perhaps a lesser known issue but some areas have very poor network and your phone itaenda mteja. Check to see if you have 4G coverage.
- Is there water in the building? Running water is extremely important so if you have the opportunity check and make sure there is.
- A good tip we’ve learnt is to see the nightlife in the area.Watu wa boda hufunga saa ngapi. If they close by 9pm maybe reconsider if you tend to have late nights.
- Distance from amenities: what is the nearest good hospital?How far is it from the road? Can you commute easily to and from work/school.
If the place checks all these boxes then pack your bags and see you in your new home.
