Soon after you move into your new home and are getting acquainted with the community, there are a few tasks to do as a new resident:
Williamson County: Williamsoncounty-tn.gov/166/Motor-Vehicles
Maury County: Maurycounty-tn.gov/216/Motor-Vehicles.
Rutherford County: Rutherfordcountytn.gov/county-clerk
Wilson County: Wilsoncountyclerk.com/
2. The State of Tennessee requires you to get a Tennessee driver’s license within 30 days after establishing residency. Go to any state full-service driver services center with the required documentation and your current state license. A list of centers can be found at HERE. A list of required documents you’ll need to take with you can be found at HERE
3. Complete a change of address with the post office as well as for your credit cards, investments, and insurance policies.
4. Consider having your home’s exterior locks changed shuld the previous owner have shared keys with an outside party.
5. Review your insurance policies including homeowner’s, renter’s, and vehicle insurance. Make sure you are adequately covered and your agent has your new contact information.
6. Be a recycling rockstar! Recycle your moving boxes at a local Williamson, Maury Rutherford and Wilson County Convenience Centers. For a list of locations and acceptable items, visit our website article on recycling HERE.
7. Got pets? Identify a local veterinarian and transfer your pet’s medical records to your pet’s new doctor. All dogs and cats are required to have a rabies shot and be registered with the state.
