Moving, whether it’s a PCS or not, is never going to be an easy process. That’s just an unavoidable fact of life. But there are plenty of ways to make it a little less hard. These are a few you can put right in the palm of your hand. Before You Move Mint: The various expenses […]
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AHRN Annual Rundown – 2019
With 2019 in our collective metaphorical rearview mirror, we hope you’re all looking forward to 2020 and its promises as much as we are. But before this year really gets rolling, let’s take a look back on some of AHRN’s tip-top highlights of the last one in our first ever annual rundown. We had some […]
New PCS Allowance Advance Available
Great news for soldiers and their families who have a permanent change of station coming up, either in the near future or a few years down the road. As of October 10th, the Army is now allowing you to get your dislocation allowance in advance of your PCS move. Even if you have a government […]
12 Questions to Ask Before Renting
Looking for a home to rent – particularly if it’s your first time – can be an intimidating under-taking. While your exact needs and wants are probably as unique as you are, the process of seeking and signing for the right lease is a common one with common factors. Here are a dozen all-inclusive points […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Planning Ahead Makes PCS Moves With a Pet Less Harried
Got pets? With permanent change of station season in full swing, it’s important to plan ahead to make the transition safe and comfortable for pets as well as people. Here are some tips for moving with your pet via airplane, plus some ideas for how to make a move go more smoothly for furry friends. […]