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 […]
Moving Resources
Top Self Storage Tips
Self storage facilities are a great way to house items during a period of transition. Whether you’re moving or just need to free up some items in your home, there are a variety of self storage facilities to fit your needs. Learn the top tips and tricks to get the most out of your self […]
AHRN Releases the 2018 PCS Toolkit
GET THE TOOLKIT HERE We’re calling this one…The.Best.Toolkit.Yet. We know the drill, we’ve been here before and we’ve identified – from experience – what you need in order to budget better, prepare faster and move easier for your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) transition. AHRN.com is your off-base housing network customized to serve and support the […]
Housing center’s partnership program a valuable resource
for off-base rentals
Looking for an affordable rental near base? Or are you a landlord hoping to expand your tenant list to include service members? Check if the base in your community has a Rental Partnership Program, or RPP. The RPP is an agreement between the Housing Service Center, or HSC, and community housing landlords, designed to provide […]
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. […]
Change of Address Notification. Who do I need to notify?
Complete a change of address form. Not following through with your change of address could cost you money! With online bill pay, notifying companies and people of your new address might feel like a relic of times past, but this checklist will walk you through the essentials for a smooth move. As part of out-processing, most service […]
Your 8 Week PCS Plan
As summer approaches, you may be receiving orders for your next PCS move. Once received, it’s time to concentrate on all the details of moving your family and home to your next assignment. Here’s a plan to have you move-ready in just 8 weeks! If you haven’t already, the first step is to take a […]
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. […]
Law Requires Special Process When Evicting Military Tenants
Most landlords eventually have to deal with it: evictions. This can be one of the most stressful situations an owner or property manager has to deal with. However, if the tenant is an active-duty member of the military, an additional set of rules apply. Military members are protected by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, or […]
Who Needs To Be Notified When You PCS
Your PCS to do list is long enough already, so we’re making it easier to check off who to tell you’re moving! In between packing boxes and searching for your new home, there are a lot of details involved with planning a smooth move. One of the more time consuming tasks is contacting everyone who […]