The last of the fall leaves have fluttered to the ground, which means winter is just around the corner – if that first cold snap hasn’t already hit. Whether you are a landlord or a renter, now is the time to ensure your rental is winter-ready for the upcoming chilly weeks ahead. Last Rake and […]
There is nothing worse than rushing into a housing decision and making the wrong choice. Many times, military families do not always have an ample amount of time to explore a new area before they are forced to find a housing solution. However, Military Crashpad offers a temporary fix for housing needs that can save […]
Military members are generally reliable, responsible and courteous, although they can seem strange or intimidating to someone who’s never been around them. But all the stuff they learned in the service? That makes them great roommates and tenants! In case you’re not familiar with all of the awesome traits our miltiary service members – and […]
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 […]
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, […]
When you are getting ready to head off to your next duty station, and you decide to make the choice to live on base, finding a realtor for your rental is probably not the first thing that comes to your mind. But using one isn’t just for buying a house. Realtors might be just the […]
If you are active duty military, chances are you’re already accustomed to frequently moving. In this article, you can find some of the most common things military tenants are looking for when relocating to a new home after getting orders to PCS. Proximity to the Base Proximity to your base of operations is a […]