When it comes to an OCONUS (outside of the Continental United States) move to Germany, there are so many more moving parts than even a move across the country. Going through an overseas Permanent Change of Station (PCS) requires finding military housing in Germany, which can be a challenge in itself. This may be another […]
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Home Search Checklist: Find the Best Military Housing
For many military families, much of the stress that comes with a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) stems from choosing the right home. To help you simplify the process of finding the best military housing for your family, check out our Home Search Checklist and Questionnaire. Even the most resilient and flexible military members feel […]
Living On Base vs. Off Base — Let’s Weigh The Options
With each Permanent Change of Station (PCS), service members and their families are faced with the choice between living on base vs. off base. Aspects such as military lifestyle, commute time and cost of living play a significant role in this decision. Across all military communities, you will find strong opinions regarding the pros and […]
Furniture Rental for Staging Guide — Military Realtors and Homeowners
In a perfect world, military homeowners have impeccable timing when selling their homes and PCSing to their new installment. However, what the recent real estate market and mortgage industry has taught us is that military realtors and homeowners cannot expect the selling process to run its course without some hiccups. Military members and their families […]
PCSing to Korea? Home-Hunting Tips for Those Moving to South Korea
Whether you are PCSing to Korea unaccompanied or moving with your military family, apartment hunting in South Korea is very different than it is in America. From the way Korean homes are set up to the way you discover what homes are even available, the process of securing a home is quite an adventure in […]
Military Renters, This Is How To Give Notice To Your Landlord
Among the list of chores that need to be completed when you go through a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), offering your landlord notice of your move-out date may feel like a minor detail. While this may not be the first item on your checklist, it’s important not to forget! After all, not delivering sufficient […]
How To Spot and Protect Yourself From Real Estate Scams
In today’s day and age, the Internet makes it possible for PCSing service members and their families to locate a home before they make a long-distance move. Renting a home online before you move can definitely save you time and money. Although online home searches can be done safely with the right precautions, many military […]
How To Increase Your Credit Score To Buy a House (2022 Edition)
Introduction So you’re thinking about buying a house, eh? Congrats! That’s a huge decision and one we know you didn’t make lightly. If you’ve done any research at all, which you most definitely have, you know that you’ll likely need a certain credit score to buy a house. This is where home buying can get […]
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 […]
Renting a Home: Lease Tips
Even when it’s temporary, moving into a home of your own is always a thrill. Whether you’re accustomed to living with roommates, your parents, or with dozens (or more) of coworkers crammed into a barracks, not much compares to that amazing feeling of opening the door to walk into your house or apartment for the […]