During their early years, children benefit from stability and routines. Consistent child care and early education experiences will prepare children for their school years—and the future. Every parent wants to be sure their child is ready for the challenges of elementary school. They want to be sure their children are equipped with the necessary skills […]
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Decorating Your Rental to Make it Home
Renting a property can be an exciting new step in your life but you may not be sure how to approach decorating a home that is temporary. Your new place should reflect who you are and make you feel at home. Here are some tips to keep in mind when trying to decorate your rental: […]
5 Tips to Choose the Right Children School during your PCS
For the military family, education is just one more of many factors that come into play during a PCS. Here are 6 tips to help you choose the right school for your child. The summer of 2013 saw my family’s 6th PCS in 10 years of military service. In one key way it was an entirely […]
Valentine’s Day
While each day is a chance to show your significant other you appreciate them, February 14th is an opportunity to make your someone feel extra special – while doing something fun! What that is can vary greatly, depending on whether you’re working, alone time around kids, it’s just you two, or your love is long […]
When Choosing to Live Apart Makes More Sense & Becoming a Geo Bachelor
Military life presents many challenges to families navigating frequent moves, periodic separations and heavy training schedules. Over the years, programs and policies have developed to provide tremendous support, but families still sometimes find themselves in the position of having to make a difficult choice. What do you do when it seems to make more sense […]
Prepared to Buy a Home?
Whether you are planning to buy while in active duty or waiting until after your military service ends, planning now to be prepared to buy a home will make the process easier and less stressful! Finances Credit Score – Even while you are renting, a good credit score is a powerful tool in your next […]
2019 PCS Toolkit : Your Military Move Guide
PCS (Permanent Change of Station) season is on the horizon, which means it’s a great time to start planning ahead. Over the past year, AHRN has gathered information from current military members to ensure a more efficient and smooth sailing PCS season. That being said, we have put together our best PCS Toolkit yet! Whether […]
Top 15 Best Apps For Your PCS Move
Apps Before You Move: 2-3 Months Mint: Moving can be hectic and expenses can quickly add up. It’s important to set a clear budget and stick to it. Mint allows you to create budgets for different aspects of your move and track your spending as you go. Wunderlist: Productivity at its finest! This is the […]
Military Discounts For a Fun Vacation
Summer – the season for fun and vacation — is upon us. If going to amusement parks, museums, and national parks are on your agenda, most offer discounts to active and retired military and their families! Bear in mind, while you’d think you could obtain that savings at the ticket window, many discounts are only […]
Conventional VA Loan Limits Increased for 2019
Each year the Veterans Administration reviews the amount of a mortgage loan it will guarantee, otherwise known as the VA Loan program. The purpose of this annual adjustment is to reflect changing housing costs throughout the country. For 2019, the maximum amount the VA will guarantee to a lender for a conventional loan ranges from […]