PCS moves
PCSing to the DMV? I've got you.
I'm a military spouse who's done this move. I'll build your home search around your report date, your BAH, and your base.
Your PCS timeline
Worked backward from your report date.
Every PCS is different, but this is the rhythm I use with most families buying in the DMV.
- T-120 DAYS
Orders (or a heads-up)
Call me as soon as you know where you're going. We'll talk base, commute, schools, and budget. Start gathering documents for your lender.
- T-90 DAYS
Pre-approval & neighborhoods
Get pre-approved and request your VA Certificate of Eligibility. I'll send neighborhood shortlists and listings that match.
- T-75 DAYS
House hunting
Come up for a house-hunting trip, or tour by live video. We narrow it down fast.
- T-60 DAYS
Under contract
Offer accepted. Inspection, appraisal, and loan approval. I'll track every deadline.
- T-30 DAYS
Schedule the move
Set your household goods pickup and delivery with the closing date in mind. Set up utilities.
- REPORT DATE
Keys in hand
Close and move in. Then I'll send you my list of local favorites.
Installations around the DMV
Where are you headed?
Pick your duty station for a neighborhood guide: where families live, commute tips, and schools.
Fort Belvoir
Lorton, Kingstowne & Franconia, Springfield & Burke, Mount Vernon & Alexandria
Neighborhood guide →VirginiaPentagon & JBM-HH
Fairlington & Shirlington, Clarendon & Ballston, Del Ray & Old Town, Springfield & Kingstowne
Neighborhood guide →VirginiaMCB Quantico
Triangle & Dumfries, Montclair, Stafford, Woodbridge & Lake Ridge
Neighborhood guide →MarylandJoint Base Andrews
Camp Springs & Clinton, Fort Washington, Upper Marlboro, Brandywine
Neighborhood guide →MarylandNAS Pax River
Lexington Park, California, Hollywood, Leonardtown
Neighborhood guide →MarylandNSF Indian Head
Indian Head, Bryans Road, Accokeek, La Plata
Neighborhood guide →Washington, DCJBAB, Navy Yard & Fort McNair
Oxon Hill & National Harbor, Fort Washington, Camp Springs & Suitland, Old Town & Del Ray
Neighborhood guide →Quick estimate
BAH vs. a monthly mortgage payment
Plug in your BAH and a price range to see how a payment might compare. Find your rate on the DoD BAH calculator.
Estimate only. It doesn't include the VA funding fee, utilities, or maintenance, and tax rates vary by county. Get exact numbers from your lender. Look up your BAH.
PCS questions
Things families ask me
What's the military clause in a lease?
If you're renting, the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) lets you end a residential lease early with PCS orders, as long as you give proper written notice. Read your lease and talk to your base legal office for the details on your situation.
Should I live on base or off base?
It depends on wait lists, your BAH, and how long you'll be here. Buying can make sense on a three-year tour or longer, especially if you'd keep the home as a rental later. I'm happy to run both scenarios with you.
Can I buy before I report?
Yes. Many families close before they arrive so they can move straight in. We'll line up your lender, video tours, and inspection so you can do it from where you are now.
What if my orders change?
It happens. We'll talk through contract contingencies and timing up front so you have options if dates shift.
Foxtrot 100 Heroes Project
You take care of everyone else. Let me give some back.
If you serve, heal, teach, or respond, I give a portion of my commission back to you at closing to put toward your closing costs. It's my thank-you, built right into the deal.
Credit is applied toward closing costs at settlement and is subject to lender approval and the terms of your purchase contract. Ask me how it works with your loan type.
- Active duty & veterans
- Military spouses
- Nurses
- Teachers
- Firefighters & EMS
- Law enforcement
Got orders? Let's talk.
Send me your report date and duty station. I'll put together a plan and a first round of homes to look at.