It’s been said there are two certainties in life: death and taxes. Personally, I think security deposits should be added to that list. Whether you rent an apartment or a single-family home, in order to close the lease – you’ll have to plunk down a security deposit. And at times – it can be quite […]
One of the most challenging aspects for military families is securing housing for a PCS. Yes, the military allocates house-hunting days – but if we’re being honest, it’s often not feasible to take a house-hunting trip before you PCS. It may sound nerve-wracking at first, but renting sight unseen and securing a rental before you […]
PCS season means lots of decisions to make. And sometimes, it means making the tough ones before you’ve even packed a box. This time, it’s decided – you are going to rent a home sight unseen at your new duty station. Are you nervous yet? Palms sweaty? Second-guessing your choice already? Maybe, but there are […]
Spring in the desert is wonderful. And that makes the best time to visit Alamogordo, NM from March 26 to May 27th. Spring in Alamogordo is a great time to see and do things in the Alamogordo area. Here’s a list of the top things to do to enjoy Alamogordo in the Spring. Get Outdoors […]
Welcome to the South and the capital of Alabama. Montgomery is the closest city to Maxwell Air Force Base, home of the 908th Airlift Wing and the Air University. You’ll probably be doing a lot of studying while living here. Most of the time the base will offer you places to study – your barracks […]
In the U.S. – traveling by train isn’t typically the first vacation plan that comes to mind. But if you find yourself TDY to Fort Meade, you might be surprised at just how easy it is to take a relaxing and affordable trip by rail. Trains have a storied reputation as one of the most […]
Most people can agree that a major barrier to cooking at home – or in your Military Crashpad kitchen – is ALL the dishes piled up when the meal is over. Even if you know that it’s healthier and more cost-effective, the thought of scrubbing pots and pans can be enough to push you towards […]
Seeing the Cherry Blossoms in full bloom makes the experience of being in Washington a new experience even for those who have visited multiple times before. There is a beauty added to the surrounding area with the Cherry Blossoms blooming and petals slowly fluttering to the ground almost like a light snowfall. This year the […]
One of the best ways to spend weekends in Altus is hiking. Several trails are less than an hour from base and offer options ranging from quick there-and-back walks to all day hike options. Plus, many of them are set in mountains, breaking up the usual flatlands with rewards of impressive views at their summits! […]
If you own a home and are PCSing this year you might be trying to decide if you should rent or buy. Sometimes the market pushes you to make the decision, but you should also consider the outside costs and possible negative outcomes tied to renting. Real estate is an investment and with any investment, […]