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90 days before movingReview housing, commute patterns, schools, taxes, and local services before choosing a community.
Open city guides →Personalized relocation planner
Interactive moving-to-Texas checklist
Add your move date and household needs. The checklist will calculate practical target dates, keep your progress on this device, and connect each Texas-specific task to the right guide or official resource.
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Build a realistic moving budget
75 days before movingEstimate transportation, deposits, temporary housing, travel, and first-month setup costs.
Estimate moving costs →Before the move
Book movers or reserve equipment
30 days before movingConfirm dates, insurance, access restrictions, parking, and cancellation terms in writing.
Arrange Texas auto insurance
14 days before movingTexas generally requires 30/60/25 liability coverage. Keep proof ready for title and registration.
Review vehicle requirements →Schedule utilities and internet
10 days before movingArrange power, water, gas, trash, and internet so essential service starts by move-in day.
Estimate utility costs →Update your mailing address
7 days before movingForward mail and update employers, banks, insurers, subscriptions, and important records.
USPS change of address →First 30 days
Title and register each vehicle
30 days after movingNew residents generally have 30 days to complete this through the county tax assessor-collector.
Estimate fees and find an office →Register to vote at your Texas address
21 days after movingTexas voter registration is generally due 30 days before an election. Submit or update your application early.
Open voter guide →First 90 days
Get a Texas driver license or ID
90 days after movingNew residents who drive generally have 90 days. DPS appointments can fill early.
Open DPS guidance →Your selections and checked tasks stay only in this browser's local storage; they are not sent to Keep TX Red. Dates are planning targets, not legal advice. Confirm official deadlines with the linked Texas agency.