The U.S. Naval Administration announced in August that sailors will have to pay for their own renters insurance after the new year, if renting from a Public Private Venture, or PPV, partner. “This change will provide equality among all sailors — those renting on the economy and within PPV housing,” said Navy Installations Command Housing […]
Older vets get renovation help from credit unions, Purple Heart Homes campaign
A concerted effort on the part of mayors, credit unions and several nonprofit organizations is being made to ensure veterans and their families have a safe place to call home. Announced in August at the San Diego Defense Credit Union Council’s annual conference, Purple Heart Homes was selected as the Council’s 2017 charity organization. The […]
ASYMCA honors Sinise for service to veterans, active duty
For nearly 40 years, actor Gary Sinise has advocated for veterans and service members. People in the military community perhaps know him best for his portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in the film “Forrest Gump” and for his creation of the Lt. Dan Band, which formed in 2004 and began entertaining troops at home and […]
Military Families Must Weigh Costs, Future Demand
When Deciding to Rent Property
The decision of whether to sell or become a landlord is one that many active-duty military families face at some point in their career. And although the advice about whether investing is a wise decision or not varies — one can find nearly as many top-five reasons online why active-duty military members shouldn’t become landlords […]
Housing center’s partnership program a valuable resource
for off-base rentals
Looking for an affordable rental near base? Or are you a landlord hoping to expand your tenant list to include service members? Check if the base in your community has a Rental Partnership Program, or RPP. The RPP is an agreement between the Housing Service Center, or HSC, and community housing landlords, designed to provide […]
Planning Ahead Makes PCS Moves With a Pet Less Harried
Got pets? With permanent change of station season in full swing, it’s important to plan ahead to make the transition safe and comfortable for pets as well as people. Here are some tips for moving with your pet via airplane, plus some ideas for how to make a move go more smoothly for furry friends. […]
Military Thrift Stores Lighten Load, Offer Sense of Home During PCS Moves
For many military families, summer is spelled “P-C-S.” While moving is never easy, it does provide families an opportunity to get rid of excess stuff. Garage sales are a great way to make a little extra money from things you no longer need (or don’t want to pack along when you move for a Permanent […]
The 2017 Spring Cleaning Guide for a Happy Home
Spring is just around the corner, and many homeowners are eager to get outside and begin enjoying their yards, decks and patios. Before you get comfy in that Adirondack chair, it might be a good idea to spend a Saturday checking off a few basic maintenance duties. Make it a habit to regularly inspect your […]
VA Home Loan Myths – Clearing Up Misconceptions
Buying? Selling? Have you looked into Veterans Affairs loans? VA loans are a great perk of current or former military service. They can help military members buy a home at a lower interest rate than a traditional loan and most often with no money down. However, some service members believe it took them longer to […]
PCS Costs Are Increasing and the Pentagon Doesn’t Know Why
Picking up the tab for moving service members to their next assignment has been getting more expensive for the Department of Defense in the past 10 years. But as a recently released study found, the reasons for that increase aren’t clear and a new investigation may be needed to better understand the costs of permanent […]