Moving in general can be stressful but adding a furry friend to the process can make it more complex. Here are some tips for making your next move with pets go smoothly. Plan Ahead The importance of planning ahead if you are moving with your pet cannot be stressed enough. The first step is to […]
PCS Tips
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 […]
Getting Ready For Your Next PCS?
Moving is a part of military life but it doesn’t have to be difficult. We’ve put together a few things to remember to help ensure that you have a smooth relocation experience. Notify your base: First and foremost, make sure you make an appointment with your base transportation office as early as possible! Documents: Keep […]
Got Orders to PCS? 5 Tips to Get Your Military Move Started
Throughout the military community, 2018 PCS season notices are making their way to service members and their families. While everyone’s needs are a little different, here are 5 basic tasks to include on your PCS To-Do List. Research Start to research your new installation. Review official websites, social media, local/community websites to collect important contact information […]
Planning Your PCS Budget
Get a jump start on a smooth PCS move with AHRN.com’s PCS Budget. Planning ahead for move-related expenses will help keep you on track and reduce the financial stress of a military move. Selling Your Home? If you are a homeowner and plan on selling your current home, it is critical to start preparing as early as possible. […]
Understanding the Military PCS Move Process
Help your future military tenants with the PCS process by understanding their challenges and setting them up for a great stay at their new duty station. A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is the official term for the relocation of an active duty military service member and their family to a different duty location. […]
PCS Essentials Checklist
Starting to plan for your upcoming PCS? Here’s a checklist to help guide you through the process.
Preparing for the Military PCS Moving Season
As military members around the world start receiving their PCS orders, property managers and landlords can also start preparing for the 2018 PCS season. PCSing – a Permanent Change of Station – is the official term for the relocation of an active duty military service member and their family to a different duty location. Here […]
Creating a PCS Video Inventory
Creating an inventory of your higher value household items prior to a PCS move is highly recommended as a means of protecting you valuables. In the event of damages, a video inventory will help make the damage claims process move faster. While there are a number of ways to inventory household items prior to a […]
Managing an Off-Season PCS Move
While the majority of PCS moves occur during the Summer months, thousands of military service members and their families continue to move during the off-season. Moving outside the peak Summer months can offer opportunities, but also present challenges! In military communities across the world, moving vans start rolling in late May and continued in full force […]