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 […]
All About the Military Separation Process: Expert Tips & In-Depth Guide
You did it! Your active-duty service is ending. You are nearing that fork in the road that leads you off-post and toward the Veteran life. Military separation is like an epic road trip filled with turnpikes, rest stops and detours. This new adventure can lead you to a new home, a new job and who […]
PCS Military Move in 2023: Complete PCS Guide with Tips
Permanent Change of station (PCS) military members are all about that relocation life. With PCSing, everyone and everything in your household will be on the move soon after you get PCS orders. While this can definitely be stress-inducing, you can make it a lot better if you lean into your permanent change of station and […]
The PCS Prohibited List: What Will Military Movers Not Pack?
One of the bright spots of military moving is leaving the packing and loading of your household goods to the government-contracted commercial carriers! That’s right, as you PCS time and time again, you can choose to sit back while the professionals pack, load and unload your possessions. All too often, though, the end of a […]
5 Reasons Landlords Should Rent to Military Tenants
For landlords across the nation, bad tenants are a constant worry. Especially after COVID-19, when many landlords were forced to go months without payment, having tenants with a reliable stream of income is paramount. As it turns out, renting to military tenants may be one of the best business decisions a landlord or property owner […]
Military Pay: In-Depth Guide & Expert Tips (2022 Edition)
Introduction Military pay is more than a salary. If you only look at basic military pay, it might seem shocking. The numbers look low. But, basic pay is just the beginning of military compensation. It is a total package including health care plus allowances for housing, food, uniforms and more. Let’s take a look at […]
OCONUS PCS Move: An In-Depth Guide & 15 Expert Tips (2022 Edition)
Introduction Cheers! Prost! Salud! Kanpai! You won an OCONUS in the DOD’s PCS lottery. OCONUS PCS! What exciting news! You’re going globe-trotting and maybe even adding a dash of international flavor to your life. Sure, you are about to get very busy with purging, planning and packing. And there is no doubt that moving away […]
Military Benefits: Insider Guide for Active Duty, Retirees, and Veterans
Introduction The United States Department of Defense strives to offer servicemembers an enticing benefits package and there are pages and pages of documentation about it. But, sometimes a quick take on a complex topic can help make info more digestible. These resources are designed to help you get a jumpstart on taking full advantage of […]