Introduction Have you thought about gifting the GI Bill for spouse use? Did you even know that this was a possibility? There are a lot of options for military households when it comes to GI Bill use. You can gift it to spouses, children, or just use it for yourself. There are many rules and […]
Moving Tips
What Can a Landlord Charge For When You Move Out? (2022 Edition)
Introduction Members of our U.S. 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-installation apartment. Service members have some special […]
Geo Bachelor: Pros & Cons When Considering Living Apart
Introduction For military families, getting Permanent Change of Station orders can sometimes set off a roller coaster of emotions: excitement, worry, relief, fear, hope, resignation and many others. Sometimes all in one day! And while a lot of these families adjust quickly and make any new city feel like home, for others, the inevitable uprooting […]
Multi Purpose Rooms: 3 Ways to Organize Spaces Due to COVID-19
Introduction Our homes, whether we’ve lived in them for decades or just a few years between PCS moves, are unquestionably among the most vital spaces in our lives. And with the ongoing implications of the COVID-19 pandemic the importance of the houses, condos, or apartments we occupy with our loved ones has never been more […]
Adopting a Military Dog: Helping You Cope With The Stress Of Moving
Introduction According to mental health research, having a pet as a part of your family can help reduce stress, anxiety, decrease loneliness, and can provide unconditional love and companionship. So there’s no question that having a dog is great for your mental health and a wonderful way to ease the strain of big difficult events […]
Your Next Military Move: Everything You Need To Know (2022 Edition)
Introduction If you’re the planning type, you’ve probably already been checking your schedule and assigning dates to prepare for your next military move. If you’re NOT the planning type, you’ve probably been having nightmares about the process of packing, moving, and changing stations come your next PCS or other military move. No matter which side […]
Reduce the Stress of Moving through Preparation
Moving in general can be stressful, especially for military members and their families. Having your household belongings prepared and making appointments with reliable services is crucial to a stress free move. First determine what type of moving expenses you are covered for your move: Personal and Dependent Travel: The government will take care of travel […]
Tips for Reducing Moving Day Stress
Orchestrating a PCS move can be very stressful, but here are a few basic tips that can help reduce the stress of a PCS move. Start Planning Early There are many tasks involved with a successful move. The most important task is to start planning for your move early. Early planning reduces stress during the […]
Tips for Getting Your Rental Deposit Back
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. […]
6 Tips for Downsizing To a Smaller Home
If your PCS means downsizing to a smaller home, here are 6 ways to get comfortable with less space. As military families, we learn how to make any house a home. We appreciate flexible furniture that we might use in the living room in one house and a bedroom in the next. Storage spaces become […]