The weeks leading up to a PCS move are full of decisions, paperwork and long to-do lists. With everything going on during this time, it is all too easy for items to become lost or errands forgotten! Nowadays, with our ever-present phones and tablets, we have the opportunity to give ourselves a powerful tool when […]
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PCSing to Korea? Home-Hunting Tips for Those Moving to South Korea
Whether you are PCSing to Korea unaccompanied or moving with your military family, apartment hunting in South Korea is very different than it is in America. From the way Korean homes are set up to the way you discover what homes are even available, the process of securing a home is quite an adventure in […]
So You’re Moving To Italy? Prepare With Our PCS Italy Guide
Whether you are moving near the Aviano Air Force Base in northern Italy or more south to the NSA Naples Navy Base, you’ll want to ensure your PCS to Italy is well-planned and organized. Compared to CONUS moves, OCONUS (outside of the continental United States) moves have more processes and steps to follow from the […]
Ensure a Smooth PCS Move with a Home Inventory Checklist
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 […]
Military Renters, This Is How To Give Notice To Your Landlord
Among the list of chores that need to be completed when you go through a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), offering your landlord notice of your move-out date may feel like a minor detail. While this may not be the first item on your checklist, it’s important not to forget! After all, not delivering sufficient […]
Your Next Military Move Checklist—Processes and Strategies to Know
When it comes to military moves, there are two types of people— the planning type or the spontaneous type. If you like to plan your moves, you’ve probably already been checking your schedule and assigning dates to prepare for your next military move. No matter which side of the spectrum you fall on, we’ve got […]
How To Spot and Protect Yourself From Real Estate Scams
In today’s day and age, the Internet makes it possible for PCSing service members and their families to locate a home before they make a long-distance move. Renting a home online before you move can definitely save you time and money. Although online home searches can be done safely with the right precautions, many military […]
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 […]
What Can a Landlord Charge For When You Move Out in 2023?
Members of our United States Armed Forces must be ready to deploy at any time, depending on our nation’s defense and personnel needs. So when they hear, “Time to move out!” for their next mission, it can often mean move-out time for the service member living in an off-base apartment. Although military members often have […]
What is Your PCS Weight Allowance in 2023? PCS Packing Guide and Tips
Spring is in the air, and that means peak Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season is fast approaching. If you are anticipating PCS orders coming in soon, it’s time to get ahead of the moving process. Part of that is understanding what your current PCS weight allowance is and how that coincides with moving your […]