The Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When PCSing in the Summer

Summer is the most common time for PCS moves—but it’s also the most competitive and stressful. With kids out of school, families in transition, and real estate markets heating up, it’s easy to overlook details that can delay or derail your move.

Here are five common mistakes that military families make during summer PCS moves—and how you can avoid them.

1. Delaying the Housing Search

Summer real estate moves fast. Waiting until the last minute to find a home can limit your options. Work with a MIL-Estate Support Network agent early so you can start virtually touring homes and get pre-approved for your VA loan.

2. Forgetting the Hidden Costs

From extra nights in hotels to pet boarding and shipping fees, summer moves come with surprises. Build a PCS buffer fund so these unexpected expenses don’t derail your finances.

3. Booking Movers Too Late

Military and civilian moving companies get booked months in advance in the summer. As soon as your orders arrive, schedule your move—and be prepared with backup dates in case availability shifts.

4. Not Planning for Family Needs

Make arrangements for kids, pets, and elderly family members well ahead of time. Whether it's arranging for child care on packing day or finding a vet in your new city, little details make a big difference.

5. Ignoring Your Exit Strategy

Whether buying or selling, your home should work for your future. An MRES agent will help you assess resale or rental value to protect your investment in case your next PCS comes sooner than expected.

📍 Summer PCS coming up? Start your move the right way by partnering with a MIL-Estate Support Network agent. Find one near your next duty station at www.mil-estatesupport.com.

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