While many variables are out of our control as military families, sometimes we have opportunities for more control over our decisions, especially when it comes to moving. Listen in as our host Heather shares more about what moving options might actually work best your family.  MilHousing Network is a proud partner of uShip. Since 2004,  uShip has been offering affordable, dependable, and easy methods to ship your vehicles, large furniture, household goods, and more! Make your PCS experience easier by connecting with one of their marketplace representatives today!https://www.uship.com/business/milhousing-network/?r=9810632Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

Childcare is a shortage being felt all over the country, but it’s especially difficult for military families. Join as we talk to Kayla Corbitt from The Operation Childcare Project about how they’re helping solve the crisis of military childcare access. Connect with Kayla and her team at https://www.occproject.org/.  Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

April is the Month of the Military Child and in this episode we recognize the work the National Military Family Association is doing for military children, specifically with their Operation Purple Camps. You can find out more about their organization and these camps here. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

Whether you’re a homeowner or renting, regular maintenance and cleaning to the inside and outside of your home can help refresh your home’s  look and help keep it safe and secure. Join us as we review some spring cleaning tips that might even help you prepare for an upcoming PCS. MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Elite Home Warranty, servicing thousands of homeowners in 47 states with comprehensive home protection plans that include coverage for repair and replacement, white glove repair services, and a 24/7 live US-based claims concierge. They are rated as the best home warranty company nationwide, according to verified consumers on the Better Business BureauHelping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

It's National Nutrition Month! Join as our host and Registered Dietitian, Heather Campbell, shares more about resources that support the nutrition needs of military families including The MSOF Cookbook called The Warrior's Table and a workshop from InDependent to help stretch the grocery budget called Fuel the Homefront. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/ For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

The first step to wellness is understanding your needs and how to care for them. Join as we discuss available resources for your wellness journey including the InDependent Wellness Summit. Register for free at https://in-dependent.org/wellness-summit/. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

Military couples face more than the expected stressors of relationships as they navigate military life. Join us with Bree Carroll, founder of Military Marriage Day, to learn why this happens, what resources are available, and how to embrace the hard work to ensure your military marriage is strong. You can learn more about Military Marriage Day and take the annual survey at https://militarymarriageday.com/ Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/ For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

Mortgage rates are holding steady but expected to drop further- what does that even mean? Join this episode as we talk about buying power in 2024 and what factors to consider when purchasing your next home as a military or veteran family. MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/

With a new year and changes to military pay comes a need to revisit the household budget. In this episode, we review some of the major factors that make the budgets of military households unique so you can plan for success.  Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

The updates to military pay starting January 1, 2024 have been released! Listen in for a recap of the upcoming changes, what they mean, and how they might changes in the future. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

Military OneSource is an abundant resource for military families that can supplement what’s available on installation at little or no cost for military families. Listen in for a high level review for all the available products and resources.  Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

The Military Housing Privatization Initiative Tenant Bill of Rights is an example of intervention at the highest levels of Congress and DoD to ensure military families have access to appropriate, safe, maintained housing. Listen in as we review how we got here, why we need this, and what it actually says. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

Part of moving as a military family means relocating spouse careers. Military spouses struggle with unemployment way above the national average, but help is coming! In part 3 of our Legislative Action series, learn about the legislation regarding spouse employment & licensure transfer.  Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

In Part 2 of our Legislative Action series, listen in to learn about two big interests for military families: the Quality of Life Panel currently looking into military issues and the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)- aka the Defense Bill. It's an interesting time in Congress and the more we know, the better prepared we can be for using our collective voices.  Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

Join us for this 4 part "Legislative Action and Military Families" series as we explore how to take a more active role in the policies and decisions governing our quality of life in the military community. In Part 1, we cover how and when to contact our legislators. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

Grown-up topics like insurance aren't typically high on the list of conversation starters, but as military families, it's important to protect ourselves. Join Heather as she discusses the need for flood insurance and whether or not it's something you should consider for your home. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

"Geo-baching" is a slang term for opting out of a move with a service member. Why would a military family ever consider not living together? Join Heather as she discusses why a family might geo-bach and what conversations to have when exploring this decision-making process. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

Have you considered turning your family home into a rental property? What are the pros and cons? Should you hire a property manager? What should you look for in a property manager? Join us on this episode as we explore this conversation and give you ideas for how to decide what works best for the needs of your family.  Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

Moving is stressful no matter how many times you do it. With the current economic climate, it's important to explore all options for securing housing- including the assumption of an existing VA Loan. Listen in for the basics of a VA Loan, what an assumption means, and what to consider before making a decision. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

Military life is full of acronyms, but when it comes to setting up the household budget or looking into purchasing power for a future home, it's important to understand BAH, basic allowance for housing. Listen in for an explanation of BAH- what it is, what it isn't, and where some of the current concerns lie with advocates, leaders, and legislators.  To learn more about current legislation addressing BAH, or to contact your members of Congress, visit Congress.gov.  Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!