You’ve bought your new house and you’re ready to move in. How can you make sure that the house you are moving into will become the home you love?

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Since most new home owners are cash-poor, undertaking immediate home renovations may be out of the question. But it is best to remember that creating a home is a process that is best done over time and your most important goal should be to move into a home that is clean and livable.

Often houses are “cleaned up” for sale before they are placed on the market. So it may be that the home you bought has recently been freshly painted. If the colors are neutral and complement your furnishings, have a professional cleaning company come in for a thorough cleaning and then move in.

If the house has colors that do not go with your belongings or there are clashing patterns, you may want to make some simple changes. Painting a room or two will be quicker and cost less if you have the work done before you move in.

It's a good idea to stick to neutral colors unless you're certain of the direction your decorating scheme will take. Homes need re-painting periodically, so you'll have an opportunity to add color later when your overall plan is developed.

After the cleaning is complete, the next challenge is to move your belongings in and arrange them so that your new place feels like home. Some home buyers have a natural sense of style and a great eye for decor. They know before they even move in where each piece of furniture will go. Most homeowners, however, feel intimidated by the decorating process. If you like the way the house looked before you bought it, take photographs of how the sellers had it set up to use as a guide for placing your own furniture. Alternatively, you can always hire a “stager” to come in and help arrange the furnishings. A good local real estate agent should be able to help you find someone.

It's a good idea to live in a home for a little while before deciding on major renovations. This will allow you to learn a lot about your home and how you want to customize it so it suits your needs. If you plan to make your changes gradually, you will enjoy the process of having your house transform into home sweet home.