Open PCS HOME PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION PCS MILITARY MOVES: RESOURCES, TIPS & ADVICE A PCS (Permanent Change of Station) is a normal and frequent part of military life. Relocating to a new duty station and changing assignments can be an exciting time, but it’s also not without its challenges. There are often overlooked financial decisions that need to be made as early as possible to ensure your move goes smoothly and your financial plan remains on track. At First Command, we’ve spent over 60 years helping military families manage their finances and prepare for the realities of PCSing. In fact, 4 out of 5 of our Financial Advisors are veterans or military spouses who know exactly what it’s like to experience a change of duty station. That’s why we’ve put together a number of resources to help you make sense of the finances of your next military move. PCS Entitlements & Expenses One of the biggest PCS-related challenges that service members and their families grapple with is figuring out what is and isn’t covered during a move. This guide offers information on entitlements and expenses, including details on per diems, moving weight limits, travel mileage, hotels, airfare, storage and more. LEARN MORE PCS Checklist Moving is always a busy, stressful time. And with the immediate focus on the details of the move itself – packing, transportation, housing – it’s easy for your financial plan to take a back seat. This checklist can help you make sure nothing in your financial plan is missed before, during and after your move. LEARN MORE PCS FAQs Even military families who have been through several moves encounter new scenarios and have questions. Our FAQ section answers some of the most commonly asked financial questions about military moves, providing helpful information about BAH, DLA, travel days, costs and more. GET ANSWERS PCS Loans At First Command, most of our Advisors are veterans or military spouses who have been through more than one PCS themselves! Their experiences and insights have led us to develop and offer a number of products that can help military families manage their finances during a move, including personal lines of credit and single pay notes to help manage unexpected costs associated with PCSing. LEARN MORE GET STARTED Find Your Advisor First Command has been helping families overcome the challenges of military moves for more than 60 years, and we’re well equipped to help you get your finances squared away before you embark on your next PCS. Don’t forget to check in with your Advisor as soon as you know you will be moving. And if you’re not already working with a First Command Financial Advisor, visit our Get Started page to locate the office closest to you. 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