Renting, and the rental deposit, is a fact of life for many military families. Protect your deposit and improve the odds of getting it back with these five tips! There are many expenses involved with moving in or out of a rental home during a PCS, with the rental deposit being one of the largest. […]
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5 Points to Review Before Signing a Lease
When you find that perfect home, your first instinct may be to sign the lease as quickly as possible. But, before you sign a lease, be sure to review these points. Finding a new home can be a stressful part of your move and typically one that you want to settle as soon as possible. […]
Giving Notice to Your Landlord. What You Need to Know.
You’ve received orders and now it’s time to start the PCS process. It’s important that you provide proper notification to your current landlord to avoid potential legal issues in exiting your lease. Whether you live on or off base, it’s important to understand your lease termination provisions to make the transition out of your current […]
Should I Rent or Sell My Home?
It’s the beginning of PCS season and orders are starting to arrive. This presents military homeowners and their families with a big decision: to rent or sell their home! As a military homeowner receiving PCS orders, one of your first major decisions is what to do with your current home. Sell? Rent? It’s a big […]
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 […]
When You’re Waiting For Your HHG
When your household goods and you arrive at your new duty station on different schedules, these are the things you’re going to want to have on hand! Ah, so you made it to your new destination, which signifies the end of a PCS, right? Wrong. Before you let out a sigh of relief, you still […]
Renter Summer Maintenance Checklist
Certain home maintenance and upkeep tasks have to be addressed seasonally to ensure systems are running smoothly, residents are comfortable, and a home looks its best. AHRN.com put together a checklist of basic seasonal upkeep items to help you get organized. TIP: If your home falls under HOA requirements, keep that information handy to avoid […]
To Rent or To Sell – Questions to Ask Yourself
I insisted we buy the house. It didn’t matter that this was going to be a temporary duty station, by that I mean we knew the Marine Corps would be giving us orders 36 months to the day from when we arrived there. But, I didn’t care. I had to live in THAT house, I […]
Must Have Tips, Tools and Resources for the Landlord
When you bought your home, the idea of becoming a landlord might have been in the plan, or a distant back up if you couldn’t sell it. Now, as PCS season approaches, it’s time to get organized with these must-have tips, tools and resources for the new military landlord. It can be a scary thought […]
How To Spot & Protect Yourself From Real Estate Scams
In the rush to get settled during PCS, military service members and their families often begin their home searching online before their move. While this can save time and money, it also leaves service members vulnerable to real estate scams. AHRN.com wants to help you avoid potential scams during your local move or PCS. As […]