Bridget Houlihan

Whether you’ve just received your first PCS orders or your fifth, you know the stress of the process. No matter how much time you have to prepare, you’ll need to figure out how you want to move to your next installation as soon as possible. Yes, the military offers two primary options for moves: HHG (household goods moves) and PPM/DITY (personally procured moves/do-it-yourself). But there is a third option, too: the partial DITY move.

Have a pending PCS move (aka permanent change of station move)? Need a PCS moving checklist? Then you’ve come to the right place! Whether you have a few months or a few weeks to prepare, this basic checklist of items will help you confidently transition to your new installation.

Yes, Philadelphia has higher rates of violent and property crimes compared with the rest of the state, but they tend to be concentrated in certain areas, and they’re also lower or comparable to nearby cities. If you’re considering a move to one of the safe areas in Philadelphia, you’re in luck because we have 9 options that you need to check out.

Are you wondering if a move to Chicago is right for you? As the nation’s 3rd largest city, there are plenty of people who agree that it’s a great place to live. But what are the pros and cons of living in Chicago, and how can you be sure it’ll be the right fit for you? Before you say yay or nay to the Windy City, get acquainted with some fun Chicago facts and explore the pros and cons of living here.

There are lots of reasons people choose to live in Atlanta. Some of the major pros include mild winters, thriving art and music scenes, friendly southern hospitality, and the abundance of good jobs. In the capital of Georgia, you’ll find world-class museums, professional sports teams, fantastic schools, and a slower pace of life you just won’t experience in other large cities across the U.S. But do you know if living in Atlanta is the right choice for you? Here are some details about life in A-Town we think you should know before you go.