PCS Advice

BAH Went Up in 2026 - So Why Are Military Families Still Paying Out of Pocket?

The FY26 NDAA contained a 4.2% increase in BAH, but that increase may not be sufficient to cover your rent or mortgage if you live in a high-value or volatile...

The Military Launches PPA.mil: A New Hub for PCS Moves and Claims

The Pentagon launched a new PCS website designed to help military families navigate moves, claims, shipments, reimbursements, and household goods issues.

The First 30 Days of a PCS Are the Hardest: Why They Still Break Down at the Start

The first 30 days of a PCS are when military families struggle most. Here’s why, and what’s really happening during that window.

PCS-Proof Your Resume: 4 High-Demand Careers That Move With You

Stop the "starting over" cycle. Discover 4 high-demand, portable careers—from paralegal to pharmacy tech—that move with you.

DoD Budget Plans Could Cut PCS and Relocation Support in 2027: What Families Should Know

DoD budget plans signal fewer PCS moves starting in 2027. What military families should know now about relocation support and costs.

Military Spouses Say PCS Isn’t Getting Better. Now They’re Comparing It Across Generations

PCS moves continue to disrupt military spouse employment and income. New DoD data shows the problem isn’t improving, and families are starting to call it out.

PCS Season 2026: What the Iran Conflict Is Already Changing & What Military Families Can Do

Stressed about the 2026 PCS season? Learn how Operation Epic Fury and the Iran blockade are causing military moving delays, and what your family can do to...

How Military Families Are Using New Tech to Navigate PCS Moves, Mental Health, and Everyday Life

Here’s how new technology is making military life a bit more manageable – from PCSing, tracking expenses, mental health support, and more.

How to Build a PCS Binder: A Step-by-Step Guide for Military Spouses

This guide will walk you through exactly how to build a PCS binder that actually helps, before, during, and after your PCS.

When It's Hard to Say Goodbye to a Duty Station: A Milspouse’s PCS Reality

Military spouse PCS moves hit hardest when you love where you live. How families hold onto home, memories, and meaning through relocation.

Inside “Moving With the Military,” the Home Makeover Series Honoring Military Families

Military spouse Maria Reed created Moving With the Military, a home makeover series that honors veteran and military families through surprise home...

Best Military Bases to Buy a Home in 2026 (We Ranked All 126)

This is a thorough data analysis of HUD/Federal Housing data that determines at which duty stations active duty members should buy a home.

The State-Line Penalty: How Military Families Can Protect Critical Services During a PCS Move

Navigating a PCS with an IEP or complex medical needs? Learn how to avoid service gaps, organize paperwork early, and advocate for your military family.

Why Military Parents Are Turning to Microschools and Learning Pods to Survive PCS and IEP Disruptions

PCS moves can disrupt IEPs. Military parents are turning to microschools and learning pods to maintain consistent education.

PCS Season Without Orders: Why Military Families Are Left Packing on Guesswork

PCS season is built based on timelines and paperwork. This year, many military families are making housing, school, and financial decisions without official...

2025 Military Family Survey: Housing Costs, Childcare & Employment Remain Top Concerns

New data from 2025 underscores an urgent reality: spouse employment and escalating housing costs are driving sustained stress and instability for active-duty...