Manatee County Buyer Resources and Closing Setup Guide

7-step move-in plan using Manatee County buyer resources

For the bigger strategy, start here: Buyer’s Guide. For areas to compare, use: Neighborhoods.

1. 1) Confirm closing date and final walk-through

   • Confirm closing date and time with lender and title company.
   • Schedule your final walk-through and note any last-minute issues.
2. 2) Schedule electric transfer (no interruption)

   • Use the provider “Start/Stop/Move” page and schedule the date you want service transferred into your name.
   • Save confirmation numbers and keep them in your closing folder.
3. 3) Schedule water and sewer transfer (no interruption)

   • Set up or transfer your utilities account and select your service start/transfer date.
   • Do this within a few days of closing when you are clear to close.
4. 4) Set up internet and delivery access

   • Check availability by address and schedule install early if needed.
   • Save gate codes, mailbox location, package locker info, and HOA instructions.
5. 5) Protect your closing funds

   • Verify wire instructions by calling a trusted phone number for title/attorney.
   • Do not accept last-minute “updated wiring” messages without phone verification.
6. 6) First-day essentials

   • Change or re-key locks.
   • Locate breaker panel, water shutoff, and HVAC filter size.
   • Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
7. 7) Register homestead and update addresses

   • Review homestead exemption steps if eligible.
   • Submit address changes where needed (driver license, mail, and county records).