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Statewide Almanac Notes.
44 sourced notes, divided by subject before you open the full shelf.
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Money & Taxes
New Homeowners Should Register for STAR Once the Home Is Primary
After buying a primary residence, register for STAR promptly instead of waiting for the benefit to appear on its own.
Home & Property
A Flooded Private Well Needs Testing Before Normal Use
After floodwater reaches a private well, use bottled or disinfected water until the well is restored, disinfected, and tested.
Cars & Driving
Surrender New York Plates Before Ending Liability Insurance
If a New York-registered vehicle will not keep New York liability coverage, handle plates before creating an insurance lapse.
Cars & Driving
Change Your DMV Address Before Notices Start Missing You
A permanent move requires a DMV address update within 10 days, and USPS forwarding does not update DMV records.
Home & Property
Flood Insurance Usually Has a Waiting Period
Flood insurance is usually not a same-day storm fix, so owners and renters should review coverage before heavy-weather season.
Home & Property
HEAP Applications Depend on the Benefit Window and Local District
HEAP has regular, emergency, repair, and cooling paths, so applicants should check what is open and which local office handles them.
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