Military Family Relocation
A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is more than just a move. It reshapes routines, careers, schools, friendships, and support systems overnight. Whether you are preparing for orders, in the middle of a move, or settling into a new community, these resources can help you navigate your next PCS.
PCS Resources
Homes.mil
HOMES.mil is a service designed to connect Service members and their Families with community housing rental listings located near U.S. military bases. Type in your current or future installation above to begin searching for homes.
MilitaryByOwner.com
MilitaryByOwner.com provides advertising for homes located near military bases as well as resources related to real estate, home-ownership, and military life.
Military OneSource
If you have your orders, you also have access to many resources to help you plan your move. From planning travel expenses to learning about your new community, Military OneSource provides tools and services for a successful move.
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH)
You’ll want to know your new location’s BAH amount and be armed with information, such as local housing market prices, cost of living, and average rental costs to make informed decisions that are best for your family’s financial health.
Moving with Pets
Don’t forget about your pets as you prepare for a PCS move. Many household pets require immunizations, records, and even quarantines when moving to a new state or country. Make sure your furry, scaly, and feathery friends are considered when you organize for your next PCS.
Plan My Move
Plan My Move creates a custom checklist for your move, filled with information about the tasks you need to complete and how to complete them. Your checklist is tailored to the unique needs that you or your family have.
Tenant Bill of Rights
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 set out eighteen rights of military service members and their families (Tenants) residing in privatized housing.
TRICARE
Your TRICARE eligibility doesn’t change when you move. But it may change your health plan options. Find out what things you should keep in mind when you know you’re about to move.
School Liaison Officers (SLO)
School Liaisons are located at each installation to provide information as well as build partnerships with the civilian and military community to help address common education challenges of military families.
The Interstate Compact for Military Children
The Compact is an agreement among all 50 states and the District of Columbia that helps military-connected students transition smoothly between schools during military moves. It addresses enrollment, placement, attendance, eligibility, and graduation to reduce barriers and support educational continuity.
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