It can be tough to wrap your mind around what needs to be accounted for before, during and after your move. Add the complexities that come with a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), and your move just doubled in complication and logistical challenges. Utilizing checklists to help you manage your move is a great way […]
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4 Tips to Talk with Your Branch Manager About Your Military Assignment
Looking forward to 2024, military personnel are considering their career timelines and making adjustments to their future plans. Whether you have questions about an upcoming promotion or need insight into your overall career trajectory, it may be time to schedule a chat with your branch manager. From service members who have been in the military […]
Enhancing Your AHRN Experience: Exciting Upgrades and Protecting Against Scammers
At AHRN, we believe in continuous improvement to enhance your experience and provide you with exceptional support during your relocation journey. Over the past few months, our team has been working diligently to review our policies and practices, and we are delighted to announce that we are implementing several upgrades to elevate your AHRN experience. […]
Pet Deposits: Your Rights and the Law
Approximately 68% of U.S. households (85 million) own a pet, according to the 2017-18 National Pet Owners survey. This percentage also applies to military member families, if not higher. As a landlord/property manager, your pet policy is a topic you deal with on a regular basis. Your pet policy can have a significant impact on […]
Planning Your PCS Budget
Get a jump start on a smooth PCS move with AHRN.com’s PCS Budget. Planning ahead for move-related expenses will help keep you on track and reduce the financial stress of a military move. Selling Your Home? If you are a homeowner and plan on selling your current home, it is critical to start preparing as early as possible. […]
Apartment Community Listings in AHRN
If you manage an apartment community with many individual apartments, we realize that your inventory of available units can change daily. Here are some tips on how to best represent your apartment community in AHRN with the least amount of work. Enter one representative listing for each floorplan. For example, if your community has both […]
Don’t Forget Utility Costs!
Utilities costs can vary significantly across the US, depending upon both the location and time of year. Remember, a portion of your monthly BAH is intended to cover the cost of utilities (Heat, Electricity, Water) for your home. In 2018, the percentage of monthly BAH intended to cover utilities ranges from a low of 6% […]
Save Time with the Housing Profile and Pinned Search
Looking for a specific type of home or a home in a specific area? Within AHRN you have a couple of options to make your home search fast and easy. Housing Profile The Housing Profile allows you to select your preferred housing criteria from a limited list of search criteria, including; listing and dwelling type, […]
What Features are Renters Looking For?
What features about your property are potential renters most interested in? A survey conducted by Buildium in the spring of 2017 provides insight regarding the criteria and features potential renters look for when searching for a new home. Here are a couple of the survey results that are particularly relevant when creating your property listing […]
Tenants and Landscape Maintenence
In many rental agreements tenants are responsible for lawn care and landscape maintenance. When renting to the military be sure to educate them on lawn care practices since they may not be familiar with local weather and seasons! Maintaining the curb appeal of your property is as important as mechanical maintenance. Keeping the lawn cut […]