Getting ready for your OCONUS PCS move? Although your move date may be months away, here is a OCONUS PCS calendar to help you get organized! Whether you are excited, apprehensive or a combination of the two, it’s never to early to start planning your move. While your departure may not be for months, there […]
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Preparing For An OCONUS PCS
Preparing for an OCONUS PCS is a significant amount of work. The arduous process of compiling and completing all the necessary requirements for moving overseas was so tedious that we were elated when we finally arrived last summer. Soon after arriving to the island, we settled into temporary lodging on base and eventually received an […]
Getting Ready to Transition Schools
You just received orders, and your family is moving this summer. Transitioning your children into a new school system can be a challenging process, but if you plan ahead it can go smoothly. First, contact your local School Liaison Officer (SLO). This person is an expert in working with schools to help military children. Their […]
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. […]
Giving Notice to Your Landlord. What You Need to Know.
You’ve received orders and now it’s time to start the PCS process. It’s important that you provide proper notification to your current landlord to avoid potential legal issues in exiting your lease. Whether you live on or off base, it’s important to understand your lease termination provisions to make the transition out of your current […]
Clearing up misconceptions about VA Home Loans
Buying? Selling? Have you looked into Veterans Affairs loans? VA loans are a great perk of current or former military service. They can help military members buy a home at a lower interest rate than a traditional loan and most often with no money down. However, some service members believe it took them longer to […]
Planning Ahead: A PCS Is Coming
PCS season feels far away, but some early preparation for those who are expecting orders makes for a much smoother move. After 11 years as a military spouse, I’ve found that the hardest part of the PCS process is that time of not knowing while we wait for orders. We know a move is coming. […]
Signing A Lease Without Seeing The Home
When your next PCS move could take you across the state or across the world, signing a lease without seeing the home is a very real possibility. How do you line up housing while protecting yourself from scams, housing surprises and mis-represented properties? In an ideal world, we would be able to take a trip […]