In honor of National Moving Month, this week CORT Furniture Rental is focusing on military families on the move. The world of military moving is complex, confusing, and full of a plethora of acronyms—CONUS, PCS, TDY, EFMP, TLE, TLA, HHG, POC… the list goes on and on. What’s more, military families move more frequently than others, so different moving practices often apply. Because the process can be trying, CORT Furniture Rental has put together a quick list of things to consider when moving your family from base to base, or even country to country. Meeting with the Transportation Office Your first step will be setting up a meeting with the transportation office on-base. During this meeting, you will receive forms that will allow you to apply for certain benefits and ensure that all your moving details are in order. Doing this promptly will help you feel more prepared as you approach each move. Requesting a Counselor If you are about undergo a PCS and have questions about your move, consider requesting a counselor. No matter how many times you move, each relocation will be different. From obtaining passports to arriving at your new station in time to find a house, …
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Military families have to make many sacrifices, one of which is frequent relocations. From finding a new home and furniture rental to getting settled into the community, the process can seem overwhelming. Below are a few tips to help you make your new house and community feel more like home. Setting Up Your New Home When your PCS orders come in, you likely won’t have very long to prepare for your move, so make sure not to procrastinate. Traveling light will help make your move less stressful. It can also earn you a bit of profit if you choose a Do It Yourself (DITY) move. Services like furniture rental can cut down even further on the amount of belongings you have to move. Once you get to your new home, arrange your furniture rental in a comfortable way. Then unpack all of your most important belongings. Personal touches like pictures of family and friends, family heirlooms, and other beloved objects will make your new place feel like home much more quickly. Immerse Yourself In Your New Community Moving can be hard on everyone in the family from the youngest members to the oldest. Settling in and making new friends is …
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