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Military Relocation: Langley AFB, Ft. Eustis, Ft. Monroe, Norfolk Navy Installations
Military families have special needs when they move.  Distances are vast and time is of the essence!

A PCS move usually involves a TDY specifically for a military move between changes of assignment; Susan understands that 10-day window before reporting for duty at the new assignment is crucial in your relocation.  She works diligently and exclusively for you in exchange for your loyalty as her client.

Call on Susan Galloway when you receive PCS orders for Langley Air Force Base, Fort Eustis, Fort Monroe and the Norfolk area Navy installations.

Military Relocation Links

Commuting and Transportation

Important Papers Checklist

Other Important Tasks

FREE stuff for kids!

Military Relocation Links:
TRICARE Handbook - Online resource explains the program and its benefits.

TRICARE - Find a local TRICARE healthcare provider by name or location. Includes physicians, specialists, facilities, pharmacies, urgent care, etc.

TRICARE for Reserve Component Members - Information for activated reserve component personnel and their families.

Military Installations

Dental - Find a local dental provider.

Schools - Search public, private, and charter schools by state, city, school district, county, or street address.

Federal tax publication 17 -Overview of federal tax forms, what is deductible and what is not when it comes to home ownership.   See page 142 for an explanation of deductible expenses on Schedule A; in some cases mortgage related expenses, real estate and personal property taxes, and state income taxes paid make itemizing deductions beneficial over taking the standard deduction.

VA state income tax for military - Answers to some questions about military/overseas/non-resident/resident status.

VA state income tax information - Determine filing status, deductions, credits, etc.

VA Home Loans - Most of America's 25 million veterans qualify for at least some VA benefits, but many are unaware of their entitlements. Use this link to learn all about the VA Home Loan Program.

Military Teens on the Move - Any move can be difficult and stressful -- it's harder on teens and kids.  Here's help with saying goodbye to your friends, switching schools and starting over in a new place.

MTOM for Kids was developed by military kids, for military kids with real stories and good advice on how to make a move a good thing.

Military Wives Web Site includes links to service specific wives sites. Be sure to scroll down the left side for complete web site contents. The section It's Your Move is filled with excellent information.

National Military Family Association - Check out these links to sites containing valuable information to service members and their families.

Relocation Checklists - You'll appreciate this set of handy checklists, which cover everything from packing to setting up in your new location. Ready-to-print lists will remind you of everything.

It's Your Move - This DOD Special Report has been prepared to help you understand your entitlements and responsibilities concerning shipment of household goods, unaccompanied baggage, boats, pets, POV's and mobile homes.

 
New--Activites for Kids!  Print these FREE, fun pictures to color and puzzles to solve:

Color the House For Sale     Map of US     Crack the Code  Search and Find

Home is Where the Heart Is  Find Bobby's Home   Maze of Pipes!

Draw Your New Home  Word Game:  Find the Real Estate Words  Spy Game

 

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Important Papers Checklist - HAND CARRY!
For each family member:
  • Birth certificate
  • Immunization record
  • Social Security card
  • Passport
  • Naturalization papers
  • Adoption papers
  • Child ID/fingerprint records
  • School records
  • Copies of orders
Family records file:
  • Marriage certificate
  • Insurance policies
  • LES's and pay statements for family members working outside the home
  • Power(s) of attorney
  • Wills
  • Bank and/or check books
  • State and federal tax records
  • Car registration and title
  • Deeds and/or mortgages
  • Divorce papers
  • List of stocks and bonds
  • List outstanding amounts, last payments, and account numbers of creditors

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When your family includes pets:
  • Pet identification
  • Health certificates
Other important tasks:
  • Create a home inventory of household goods -- lists, video and photos
  • Review pet care and travel plans
  • Contact your car insurance company about coverage in transit and at your new location
  • Make sure you have duplicates of car, luggage and other important keys
  • Give a copy of your travel plans with date, route and contact phone numbers and important documents to a friend or sponsor.
  • Give a copy to your Realtor, too!
Military relocations create anxiety and mixed emotions for every member of your family. All your concerns are heightened if you are an active duty couple with children.
  • How long will you keep the house?
  • How long will you live here?
  • Will you retire here, or are you just passing through?
  • Are you in a hurry to settle in, or do you have the luxury of time before you make your buying decision?

I am here to help!  I will call you before you out process at your duty station, and I will be waiting to assist you when you arrive.

Susan

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You deserve the professional services of a military relocation specialist.  Get all the answers to your questions about VA and conventional financing, temporary living arrangements, the best schools -- and make this your best PCS move ever.  Call or e-mail Susan Galloway now!
Susan Galloway, ABR, GRI
Broker/Owner

  Morning Star Realty, L.L.C.
Hampton VA 23666

Mobile: 757-718-9085
Fax: 757-865-8799

E-Mail: Susan@SusanGalloway.com
 
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