PODS Moving and Storage Blog

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.

Whether you’re drawn to it by the bubbly promise of its nickname or you want to drink in all the history and arts the city has to offer, read on for all you need to know about the best neighborhoods in Columbia, SC, what it’s like to live there, and how to make the move.

If you’ve recently received a permanent change of station (PCS), then you’re definitely gearing up to move yourself, your partner, and even your family to a new state or a new country. And while this can be incredibly exciting, it can also be stressful — especially if you need to complete a move in a short period of time. Wondering if a DITY move, or even a partial DITY move, is right for you? Here’s what you need to know to help you decide.

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.

Whether moving for work, family, or just for kicks, you may know San Francisco for what you’ve seen on screen: the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and that iconic “Full House” … house. But as someone who worked as a radio news reporter in the heart of San Francisco and lived in the region for 10 years, I’m here to give you an in-depth look at what it’s really like living in San Francisco. Here are 12 things you need to know before making the move.