Military Family Relocation

Military moves can be daunting. That's why we've partnered with PCSgrades to help take the stress out of your Permanent Change of Station (PCS). They've sourced thousands of honest reviews from fellow military families and created comprehensive area guides to give you the insights you need to make those big decisions. Research housing options, neighborhoods, real estate agents, schools, and more, or get squared away on base amenities, local attractions, weather, and local eats.

Area Guides. PCSgrades’ one-of-a-kind Area Guides are a quick reference guide for the most need-to-know information when starting the research on your next duty station. Best yet? Area Guides are authored by military spouses who know exactly what you need to make your move as seamless as possible.

Trusted Reviews. Check out thousands of reviews submitted by military families for on-base and off-base housing, mortgage lenders, movers, schools, and more! While you’re there, leave a review to help someone researching your area right now.

PCS Checklist. Finally, since you know you’ll be moving, it’s best to have a comprehensive PCS checklist now. Give yourself enough time to make sure you’ve planned for everything, gathered all the right paperwork, sorted out the transportation of household goods, and accounted for any other items needed based on your family’s circumstances.

The average military kid will more six to nine times before they graduate from high school. That means they’ll also say goodbye to more significant people in their lives than their civilian peers. While moving can be an adventure for the whole family, making sure your littlest heroes are thriving before, during, and after your move can sometimes be more challenging than expected.

Education Revolution. Academic standards for students differ in nearly every state. So how do you ensure your child has the best chance to be successful in a new school after a PCS move? Our Education Revolution gives you the tools you need to be your child’s best advocate in each place you move to.

Pre-Move Counseling. No matter what kind of move you decide on, pre-move counseling is required, and mandatory to obtain the necessary approval for PPM reimbursement. So if you decide to execute a full PPM or a partial PPM, make sure you keep a copy of all receipts for gas, hotels, food, and official weigh station tickets (if PPM) in order to have a smooth travel claim on the other side. Start your PCS journey by visiting the DoD’s Moving Portal.

Settling In. Reviews on PCSgrades are your trusted resource for settling into a new location. Be sure to pay it forward by offering reviews about your experience. In military moves, the real experts are the people who have lived it, so be sure to offer your experience!