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You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

By Nora Anderson Jan 3, 2019Military Life Moving

I spent the first 21 years of my life wearing the title of “military brat” proudly. Fast forward a few years, and I’ve traded in that title for a new one – “military spouse.” When I was a child, I moved 12 times. This meant a dozen new addresses to memorize, a dozen new sets of friends while learning my way around a new school and setting up a dozen different bedrooms, all before I even went to college.

There and Back Again: Five Things I’ve Learned About PCS Moves

By Lizann Lightfoot Jul 10, 2018Moving

Once again, it’s PCS season — a time when thousands of military families find themselves as temporary nomads, moving from one duty station to the next. Some drive, others fly. We pack …

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Seven Mistakes to Avoid as a Landlord

By Lizann Lightfoot Jun 19, 2018Moving

When military families buy a home near one duty station and are sent somewhere new, renting can be a great alternative to selling the property. Renting your home may be option If …

Five Reasons to PCS Camp

By Lizann Lightfoot May 29, 2018Moving

For most military families, a PCS can involve a lot of time in hotel rooms. Inevitably, you may get tired of the cramped quarters, rules about pets and limited cooking options. What …

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Do’s and Don’ts of Purging to Move

By Cassie Grainger Mar 19, 2018Military Life Moving

Whenever we get ready to move, I have an overwhelming desire to purge, consolidate and get organized. This summer, we will execute our eleventh Permanent Change of Station, and that doesn’t include …

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De-Stress Before Your PCS

By Kelly Bojan Mar 12, 2018Moving

New stations, new relationships and new adventures lie ahead whenever we prepare for another (or first) Permanent Change of Station. Part of the appeal of military life is the opportunity to move …

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