Movers Check List
A checklist for new tenants or those moving into a new home of things to consider when the lease is signed and it’s time to move into your new home.
Make a Move Notification
Once the lease has been signed, you must make a move notification to the Digital and population data service agency and the post office at https://dvv.fi/muutto. You can find information on DVV’s website to which all the new address information will be forwarded, also think about who else you need to notify of your change.
Get a Home Insurace
The insurance is a small investment in case the damage happens. If there is no insurance, all costs of the damage will be borne by the tenant.
Make the Electricity Contract
If electricity is not included in your rent, be sure to sign an electricity contract well in advance with the energy company of your choice, otherwise the apartment may not have electricity when you move in. You can compare energy prices at http://sahkonhinta.fi/.
Internet Connection
Be sure to check the rental agreement to see if internet is included in the rent or if you need to make your own contract for internet connection. The connection can be obtained from the same operator as the telephone subscriptions.
Housing Benefit
Remember to make the application in time to Kela. You can use the calculator on Kela’s website to check whether you are entitled to housing allowance. If you are already covered but you are moving to a new address, notify Kela of your changed information.