Are you considering moving to a brand new place? It might be for work or for education, it might be for love or as a way to travel and work on some self development. Whatever your reasons, moving to an entirely new and unfamiliar place can be both scary and exciting. If you're about to take the plunge, here are five things that are worth doing. 

One of the most exciting things about moving to a new place is getting the opportunity to start fresh in a new property. Whether you'll be renting, buying or sharing, it's important to do your research, make sure the place you find is right for you. You should be able to afford the payments each month plus the bills with some money left over. It should be in a location you're comfortable in, and consider things like transport links, accessibility, security and more before signing on the dotted line. Don't just rush into the first property you see, as the home you'll be living in will make a big difference to the overall experience you'll have when moving away. 

Finding a job in a new area can be difficult, especially if you are moving a long way since attending  multiple interviews and things in person might not be possible. Depending on your current job, there may be opportunities to move to a different branch. Maybe your current company will allow you to work remotely, or you may be able to find a home-based position. It could be worth getting in touch with a recruitment agency in the area you're moving to who can look at what you can do and your past employment records and help you to find something suitable. 

Moving to a new city provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people. Visit a neighborhood bar, tavern, or nightclub and strike up conversations with the regulars there to make new connections with people and maybe develop ties that will last a lifetime. There may also be groups and classes in the area for you to take up a new hobby or skill and meet someone new. Apps and social media are a great way to meet others too, having friends in the new place will help you to settle more quickly and make the new area feel like home. 

Finally, don't forget to schedule some time to learn about the culture of your new location. If you're moving to another part of the world for example then you might find it a bit of a culture shock at first, it can be worth looking online and doing some reading to figure out what to expect. This gives you a better understanding about what you're going into and prevents faux pas in etiquette! Even if you're not moving to a place with a different culture, learning about the area will be no bad thing. You could check some reviews of restaurants in advance on Trip Advisor, research parks, libraries, gyms and other facilities you might want to use. 

Getting out there on foot, car or public transport will help you to learn where you are in relation to other buildings and facilities, give you an understanding of how far away things are and what you can easily travel to. If you're moving with your dog then getting out on some dog walks is the perfect way to go about this. 

Have you ever moved to a completely new area?