{"id":357214,"date":"2026-07-10T01:38:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T01:38:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/business\/real-estate\/military-moves-what-homeowners-need-to-know-rismedias-housecall\/"},"modified":"2026-07-10T01:38:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T01:38:24","slug":"military-moves-what-homeowners-need-to-know-rismedias-housecall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=357214","title":{"rendered":"Military Moves: What Homeowners Need to Know – RISMedia’s Housecall"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Brentnie Daggett, Rentec Direct<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Every year, thousands of military families receive orders to relocate across the state, across the country or even overseas. Unlike civilian homeowners who may stay in the same home for a decade or longer, active-duty service members are estimated to move 10 times more frequently, averaging a relocation every two to three years. This creates a much shorter timeline to build equity, establish roots and develop a long-term housing strategy. These frequent moves affect not only military families, but also the properties they own and the housing markets they leave behind and enter.<\/span><\/p>\n

Military members may be renters, homeowners or landlords\u2014sometimes all three throughout the course of their careers. Each role comes with its own set of unique challenges and considerations, often forcing important housing and financial decisions on a tight timeline. When it\u2019s time to move, should they sell their home and use the proceeds toward their next purchase? Rent the property out and become a long-distance landlord?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The answer depends on a variety of factors, from local market conditions and expected rental income to available equity and the likelihood of returning to the area in the future. There is no one-size-fits-all solution, but understanding the pros, cons and long-term implications of each option can help military homeowners make smarter financial and real estate decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Should You Sell or Rent Your Home?<\/b>
Both options offer potential advantages and trade-offs. While selling may provide immediate access to equity and simplify the moving process, keeping the property can create opportunities to generate rental income and build long-term wealth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When Selling Makes Sense<\/b><\/p>\n