Introduction With most people spending as much time as they can inside and away from others these days, a lot of car owners are contending with the care a mostly stationary vehicle requires. For many in the military community, however, this is a common scenario. From multi-week field exercise to tours at sea to lengthy […]
Military Taxes: In-Depth Guide & Helpful Links to File (2020 Edition)
Introduction The ongoing COVID-19 crisis may have pushed the due date back, but taxes are just as certain in 2020 as they are any other year. With July 15th being the delayed filing deadline, the belated tax season is fast approaching. And as it does many of you, particularly you who are filing for the […]
How to Increase Your Credit Score to Buy a House (2020 Edition)
Introduction You may not know what it is, let along what yours is, but you’ve probably heard the phrase “credit score” at least a few times. Especially if you’ve ever made a large purchase like a car, applied for a lease on a home, or even applied for a corporate job, you’ve definitely heard about […]
Military Move: An In-Depth Guide & Expert Tips (2020 Edition)
Introduction Anybody who spends even a few years of their life with the military will have to move at least once. Whether it’s from your entry level training post to your first duty station or a short-term trip for the umpteenth training course taken after decades in uniform, the armed forces will require you to […]
VA Home Loan: A Comprehensive Guide for Veterans and Active Duty
Introduction There are plenty of great military benefits for active duty, reserves, and veterans alike, but there’s only one that can directly help you achieve your dream of owning a home — a VA Home loan. At AHRN we are dedicated to helping all military personnel connect with their fellow military community with trusted housing […]
VA IRRRL Loan: Everything You Need to Know
At first glance, a VA Loan looks like a fairly straightforward benefit to claim and take advantage of. And for a standard loan, that’s pretty much true. After all, the main point of this benefit is to help veterans purchase their dream homes with confidence and ease. But there are some specific circumstances and types […]
How To Care For Pets Exposed To COVID-19
As the spread of COVID-19 limits the time families spend outside, people are increasingly desperate to stockpile everything they need to stay home. When stocking up on such supplies, don’t forget about your pets! Luckily, you can order prescription medications, heartworm preventatives, or flea and tick medicine online from the comfort of your couch Online […]
Make the Most of Your Partial PPM
Avoid the sore back of a full DITY move but keep the essentials available with a partial PPM. AHRN.com has put together what you need to know to make the most of your partial DITY move! Eight months after I married my husband, I found myself facing a mid-deployment local move across town. I think […]
Fostering Military Pets: What You Need To Know
Caring for our furry friends and family members is some of the most rewarding hard work a person can do. Anybody that thinks otherwise has probably never known the joys of a big, ol’ doggie nuzzle or rubbing a purring kitty’s tummy. Trust us, it’s the best. And if you’re the kind of person who’s […]
How to Take Online Classes With Your GI Bill
Few military benefits available to veterans and their families are as beneficial and easy to use as the GI Bill. Whether you’re looking to jumpstart your post-military career with a degree or expand your horizons with some higher learning, it’s an amazing program. That said, the time commitment it takes to earn a two or […]