Guides
Practical breakdowns of the decisions military homeowners face, with the actual math.
Should You Sell or Rent Your House After PCS Orders?
Worked examples comparing both paths, including what happens when you're underwater.
6 min read · Last updated August 2026
What Your BAH Actually Buys: Turning a Housing Allowance Into Buying Power
How BAH, gross-up, DTI, and residual income combine to set the real ceiling on what you can buy.
7 min read · Last updated August 2026
VA Entitlement Explained: What You Can Buy at Your Next Duty Station
How keeping your home affects your zero-down buying power, with the math.
7 min read · Last updated August 2026
Underwater on Your Mortgage After PCS Orders: Sell, Rent, or Short Sale?
What each option actually costs when you owe more than the house is worth, including VA compromise sales.
8 min read · Last updated August 2026
VA Loan Occupancy Requirements: The Real Rules
The 12-month myth, what the rule actually requires, and what happens when life changes after closing.
6 min read · Last updated August 2026