Dawn M. Smith
Dawn M. Smith has made a career out of being a relocation pro. As a military spouse with 10+ moves under her belt, she's evolved from a reluctant mover to a master of converting cardboard box mountain nightmares into customized homes. She's constantly updating her skills to improve all aspects of moving. Her specialties include strategic (with a dose of luck) house hunting, home buying, selling, and renting, and attempting to create Pinterest-worthy spaces within landlord-approved decorating. When not decoding neighborhood demographics for readers, Dawn teaches companies how to serve military families and their best interests. She also travels and explores historic districts with her family, always scouting her next possible address after Army retirement. In addition to MilitaryByOwner, Dawn's relocation advice has appeared in Angi, The Spruce, Forbes Home Advisor, the PODS Blog, and Military OneSource.
March 10, 2023
Home Buying
Where do you find the money to buy a home and include the costs of the repairs and updates? With several options to choose from, whether rolling the repairs into your loan or utilizing a home renovati...
March 01, 2023
Home Maintenance
Watching home renovation shows on cable TV, it seems so easy to make upgrades or even flip a house! What's the reality behind the scenes?
February 27, 2023
Renting a Home
What's a deal breaker for you before signing a lease? Take a look at some of the red flags you should pay attention to before deciding where you'll live for the next two to three years.
February 15, 2023
Selling a Home
Don't let your home inspection derail your buyer's financing. Here are common issues to look for, whether the buyer is using a VA or conventional loan.
February 06, 2023
Selling a Home
Home staging is usually a big part of a home seller's prep. As a homebuyer, understand what features and concerns to take notice of behind a beautifully staged home!
February 03, 2023
Military Life
Get the latest news for military spouses transferring professional licenses with the new Military Spouse Licensing Relief Act and Military Spouse Licensure Reimbursement program.
January 16, 2023
Selling a Home
Military home sellers, stay strong! If you market and price your home correctly in 2023, chances are that you'll find buyers in no time.
December 19, 2022
Military Life
Guests over the holidays are a given for military families. Go the extra mile and provide personal touches to add extra coziness!
November 30, 2022
Military Life
There are hundreds of organizations that support the military community year round. Here's how to find one that you connect with.
November 04, 2022
Home Maintenance
While you may be proficient at some aspects of maintaining your home, some jobs are better left to professionals. Learn how to find reliable home maintenance help!
October 24, 2022
Air Force Bases
Omaha, Nebraska, might be unfamiliar right now, but once you learn about the most popular things to do, Offutt Air Force base will feel like home in no time.
October 21, 2022
PCS Moves
Did you recently receive orders for a military PCS to the Charleston area? Read on for helpful information about neighborhoods, schools, and more!