PCS planning
Your move, one phase at a time
Tap a phase to see the checklist for that window. Nothing here is legal, tax, or benefits advice. Verify specifics with your command and the official sources linked in each phase.
VetDecide is an educational planning tool. It is not tax, legal, financial, real estate, or benefits advice. State laws and benefit rules change frequently. Verify details with the state veterans agency, state tax agency, VA, and a qualified professional before making a relocation, retirement, tax, or homebuying decision.
Decision and prep window
6 months out
Orders are usually in hand or imminent. Lock in housing strategy and start moving the heavy operational pieces.
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VetDecide is an educational planning tool. It is not tax, legal, financial, real estate, or benefits advice. State laws and benefit rules change frequently. Verify details with the state veterans agency, state tax agency, VA, and a qualified professional before making a relocation, retirement, tax, or homebuying decision.