Everything you need for year one — move-in checklists, seasonal maintenance, emergency guides, and your personal contact book, all in one free place.
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Move-in Checklist
Tap any item to mark it done. These are the tasks that catch new homeowners off guard.
Seasonal Maintenance
Most home problems are preventable. Follow this calendar to stay ahead of repairs.
Emergency Guide
When something goes wrong, the first 5 minutes matter most. Bookmark this page on your phone.
Budget Planner
Estimate your first-year homeowner costs. The 1% rule and emergency fund guidance built in.
Your first-year budget
💡 Calculating your housing ratio...
My Home Contacts
Fill in your personal contacts now — not when something breaks at midnight.
Homeowner Glossary
Nobody tells you what these terms mean. Now you'll know.
FirstYearHome Blog
Real answers to the questions nobody warns you about before you get the keys.
Last updated: June 2026
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