Life in the United States armed forces is one of both proud service and personal sacrifice. Being stationed according to the nation’s needs and your skill set means you don’t always get your first choice of where to live, build a career or raise a family. However, after separation from active military service, Veterans enjoy […]
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Geo Bachelor—The Pros & Cons of Geo-Baching
Obtaining Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders can sometimes set off a roller coaster of emotions for military families. Excitement, worry, relief, sadness, fear, hope and resignation are just a few of the common feelings military members and their families feel when facing PCS. Many military families adjust quickly and can make any new city […]
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 […]
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. […]
Buying a House With Bad Credit: What Are My Options?
Introduction Buying a house with bad credit may seem like an impossible task, but the team here at AHRN has some expert tips that’ll make it a much more manageable process. If you’re here asking how to buy a house with bad credit, we’re going to safely assume that your credit score is … sub-prime. […]
Military Home Loans: A Comprehensive Guide for Active Duty
Introduction Serving your country is no small feat, but it may seem like a piece of cake when compared to the process of getting a home loan. If you’re an active-duty Servicemember looking to become a homeowner or move to a new house any time soon, you should know about all the military home loans […]
NEW 2021 Air Force Housing Tenant Rights – What You Need to Know!
Introduction Recently the Department of Defense released the updated Tenant Bill of Rights that is effective as of August 1st, 2021. The Department of the Air Force is implementing the last four housing rights out of 18 by the end of the 2021 Fiscal Year. What does this mean for you and your family? What […]
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 […]
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 […]