DITY Move Calculator

How much will my military move cost?

One of the most important parts of completing a Personally Procured Move (PPM)/do-it-yourself (DITY) move is staying within your reimbursement budget. Since you’ll get to keep any additional money, finding ways to keep your moving costs low can make a big impact. Learn how to use a DITY move calculator to determine the government payout, then figure out the costs of your PPM to see if it’s a cost-effective option.

Do rental trucks have to stop at weigh stations?

Weigh station rules for rental trucks 

Planning to drive your household goods across the country in a rental truck? You may need to get the truck weighed during the trip! While not every state requires you to stop at weigh stations in a rental truck, bypassing them in one that does can lead to costly fines. Use the following information as you map your course. 

Top 8 Tips for Preparing for a Long Distance Move in the Winter

Moving in the winter

To some, winter weather brings on thoughts of sweaters, hot chocolate, holidays and spending time with family. But for others, winter is thought of as the perfect time to move. Because the winter months are typically considered “off-peak” moving season (when prices usually go down), many people opt to move this time of year. But as you consider the advantages, you also want to be mindful about how best to move in the cold weather. If you’re preparing for a long-distance move during the winter, follow these eight tips to ensure you’re prepared.

How to move from one state to another

Preparing to move to another state

Moving out of state requires a little more work and planning than moving across town. It involves a longer drive, hiring a moving service and dealing with new utility companies. We’ve simplified the process to four major steps to make preparing for the move easy. Start by making plans, then work through the rest of the list to take care of everything else.

For more information about planning a move, check out this guide to moving long distance. 

The Best Property and Real Estate Apps

Searching for a home or apartment? 

Mobile applications (apps) are great tools for activities like checking the weather, tracking workouts, planning parties and shopping. So why not use one when searching for a new place to live? Whether you’re looking to buy or rent, a variety of apps are available to help simplify the process. And with most of them offering features like real-time availability, mortgage and leasing estimates, and neighborhood information, you can personalize the experience to find exactly what you’re looking for. 

Long Distance Moving Tips

Advice for long distance moves 

Whether this is your first long-distance move or your tenth, knowing the best way to plan and execute it can help reduce stress and improve your experience. To help you prepare, we created a list of long-distance moving tips — from creating a moving budget to making travel arrangements — that will simplify the process.  

Can I Drive a Rental Truck to Canada?

Crossing the Canadian border in a rental truck

Moving to Canada and thinking about using a rental truck? While some companies allow their equipment to travel across the border, others won’t. Before getting too far in the process, be sure you know which rental services permit travel into Canada — otherwise, you could be stuck at the border facing possible fees and vehicle confiscation.