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“Welcome to the neighborhood!”
That’s one of many potential phrases you could say when meeting your new neighbors. It’s always an exciting time when you get to see someone new move into your neighborhood. Who knows? They could be your future lifelong friends.
What’s the best way to introduce yourself to your neighbors? Well, the Moving Help® Marketplace has 10 Dos and Don’ts list for you, so you can be prepared ahead of time.
1. Dos: Say Hello and Introduce Yourself
The first obvious step is to say hello and introduce yourself to your new neighbors. Make sure you give your name, point to the house where you live, and anyone who lives in your household.
New neighbors can be nervous meeting everyone on the block, but when you provide with them a friendly smile and a warm welcome, they’ll be sure to remember you.
2. Dos: Exchange Emergency Contact Information
After saying hello and introduce yourself, ask them whether they would like to exchange emergency contact information with you. Not everyone will say yes and that’s OK, but most will want to share emergency contact information with you.
This way, if you or your neighbor has an emergency, they can contact someone.
3. Dos: Bring a Housewarming Gift
Typically, neighbors will bring something homemade — like freshly baked chocolate chip cookies or family’s recipe for lasagna. We recommend keeping your housewarming gift small and simple for your new neighbors.
4. Dos: Offer to Help
If your neighbor is outside needing help — like carrying groceries inside — use this opportunity to ask them whether they need help or not. Some people will accept your nice offer while others will politely decline. Either way, it’s a friendly gesture, and this is another way to introduce yourself in case you haven’t done it already.
5. Dos: Gather Local Takeout Menus
Bring local takeout menus to your new neighbors, so they know where are the best local restaurants are located. Better yet, if you exchange contact information, you can send them the name of the restaurant and the restaurant’s website for your them to explore the different menus themselves.
6. Dos: Put Together a Pet Kit
If your neighbor has a furry animal with them, you could build them a pet kit. Just keep in mind, you might introduce yourself to your neighbor first and ask them whether their pet has any restrictions.
This way, you can put things in your pet kit that the owner and pet will enjoy.
7. Dos: Share Neighborhood Social Media Groups
If your neighborhood has Facebook group page, a group text, or has other social media pages, you should share that information with your new neighbor. This way, your new neighbor can stay informed and up-to-date on the latest information happening in your neighborhood.
8. Don’ts: Invade Their Privacy
Make sure you respect your new neighbor’s privacy. Some neighbors like to keep to themselves. Some neighbors are introverts. No matter the reason, if your neighbors don’t share personal details about themselves, don’t try to pry details from them.
9. Don’ts: Don’t Gossip
Gossiping isn’t OK. You shouldn’t gossip to your brand new neighbors about what other people are doing within your neighborhood. It’s not your business, nor is it your neighbor’s business. Plus, that can be so off-putting if a person you just barely met starts gossiping about everyone else.
10. Don’ts: Don’t Walk Over While They’re Moving in
While it might make sense to introduce yourselves right away — even while the new neighbors are in the middle of moving into their new home — don’t do it.
Please give your neighbors a few days or weeks to get settled into their new home and creating their routine.
They’ll give you their full attention during the introductions when they’re unpacked not when they have hundreds of moving boxes all around their home.
Meeting New Neighbors Is Easy
Meeting new neighbors doesn’t have to be a challenge. You can be friendly and helpful while giving your new neighbors their space. With the Moving Help Marketplace’s 10 Dos and Don’ts list, you’ll set yourself up for success with warm introduction.
You could even invite them to your house for a housewarming party celebration — where you welcome them to neighborhood. Good luck and enjoy your new neighbors because who knows, you just might make lifelong friends.
