PCS moves can be daunting tasks. Moving means more than just finding a new place to live and work; it can also mean finding a new favorite restaurant, hair parlor/barber shop or place to shop. While some duty stations have full selections right outside the gate, the reality is that some duty stations are a […]
We’ve got moving on the brain since it’s summer and high moving season, but all too often our furry friends are forgotten when we start discussing a move. Pets bring us comfort when we’re down and love us no matter what. It’s time we focused on their needs for a bit. I’ve moved across […]
There are countless priorities to juggle, important decisions to make, and a variety of factors to consider when you are moving. We understand the pressures you’re facing! Especially when you’re planning on moving somewhere long-term, it’s important to find the right fit for you, and potentially your spouse or family. Military Crashpad® is part […]
Many of us get the “urge to purge” when PCS orders come down. We go through clothes, books, and condiments but we often forget to replace things that have lost their functionality. Sometimes you don’t have enough time to clean out completely before the packers arrive, but you could always ditch stuff while unpacking. […]
I remember the first time my husband and I planned a vacation that didn’t involve moving or going “home” to visit family. We have taken exactly two family vacations in 12 years that were strictly vacations. Two! In the military community, there are times when life gives you the opportunity to have a kind-of-vacation. You […]
Orders to Fort Meade? If you’re not from the area, the number of lodging options can be daunting. You may be concerned that realtors and rental agencies misplaced the commas and you are undoubtedly worried about traffic. All of these things are super important when house hunting, or even just finding a temporary rental in […]
Our mission is to provide each military member with a comfortable and affordable place to stay whenever they’re traveling on orders. We couldn’t do that without our team members and support from our local community so we’d like to highlight one of our favorite community partners. Introducing our very own, Nadine Dorantes, or as we and the tenants like to […]
We have been experiencing a lot of growth at Military Crashpad® this year and we have exciting plans on the horizon! We know there are a lot of opportunities to serve members of the military and their families to help them have the best experience possible on their TDY. We know what it’s like […]
Written by Dawn M. Smith exclusively for Military Crashpad® Military members know all too well the challenges of renting a home. The research, the unpacking, and redecorating are all part of the PCS package. But when the dust settles, are your belongings protected? No one can predict a disaster or burglary but buying a renters insurance policy secures many of the items that […]
We are a growing company with exciting changes happening all the time. We want to keep you in the loop about all of the updates happening at Military Crashpad®, so here’s a roundup of the latest news! Have you met our new staff? We were excited to welcome two new staff members in the […]