As a landlord or property manager you want to do everything possible to make things convenient for you and your tenants, including collecting the monthly rent. Online payments are common in almost every business, so why not the rental market? Money magazine reports that millennial’s pay 61% of their bills online and the older generations […]
Renting a Home
Five Renting Tips for Military Members
As you prepare for your next move there are a few important tips to keep in mind when looking for the next place to call home. Conduct a thorough walk through Before you sign the lease it is crucial to do a thorough walk through of your new home. Things to look most for are damages […]
5 Temporary Decorating Ideas for Your Rental
Looking for temporary and inexpensive ways to decorate your new rental home? Here are five ways to add a personal touch to your new rental home. Removable Wallpaper. Brighten those neutral color walls with removable wallpaper. Just covering one accent wall can change the entire room. Below are some companies offering removable wallpaper. Blik – […]
Tips for Decorating Your New Rental Home
You’ve found your new rental home, now it’s time to add the personal touches to make it your home. There are many ways you can personalize the look and feel of your new home while staying within your budget and the limits of your lease. Here are some ideas for adding that personal touch to […]
What is the Average Rent for an Apartment in….
Did you know that the monthly rent for a 1 BR apartment in San Diego, CA is 273% higher than at FE Warren AFB, WY? A military member moving from FE Warren AFB to the San Diego area is faced with not only much higher rent, but also higher upfront transition expenses (i.e., security deposit […]
Evaluating Your Housing Options
A PCS often presents military members and their families with many housing options. Lifestyle, finances and availability are all important factors to consider when making this important decision. Here are some points to consider as you make your next housing choice! Military communities typically offer a number of housing opinions when it comes to living on […]
Don’t Forget Utility Costs!
Utilities costs can vary significantly across the US, depending upon both the location and time of year. Remember, a portion of your monthly BAH is intended to cover the cost of utilities (Heat, Electricity, Water) for your home. In 2018, the percentage of monthly BAH intended to cover utilities ranges from a low of 6% […]
Save Time with the Housing Profile and Pinned Search
Looking for a specific type of home or a home in a specific area? Within AHRN you have a couple of options to make your home search fast and easy. Housing Profile The Housing Profile allows you to select your preferred housing criteria from a limited list of search criteria, including; listing and dwelling type, […]
Navy: Sailors will pay own renters insurance next year
The U.S. Naval Administration announced in August that sailors will have to pay for their own renters insurance after the new year, if renting from a Public Private Venture, or PPV, partner. “This change will provide equality among all sailors — those renting on the economy and within PPV housing,” said Navy Installations Command Housing […]
Military Families Must Weigh Costs, Future Demand
When Deciding to Rent Property
The decision of whether to sell or become a landlord is one that many active-duty military families face at some point in their career. And although the advice about whether investing is a wise decision or not varies — one can find nearly as many top-five reasons online why active-duty military members shouldn’t become landlords […]