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    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.
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    Posts By Dawn M. Smith

    February 22, 2018

    Home Selling 101: 3 Lessons You Need to Learn

    Selling a Home

    Don't miss the details involved with these steps to a successful home sale.

    February 13, 2018

    6 Home Decor Trends to Embrace for Under $100

    Home Decorating Ideas

    Give your home decor a quick facelift with one of these easy ideas!

    February 08, 2018

    Financial Help for Military Families As Government Shutdown Looms

    Military Life

    As military families wonder about the effects of another possible government shutdown, MilitaryByOwner along with USAA, provides a list of financial resources.

    January 30, 2018

    The Best Do's and Don’ts for Your Home Listing 

    Selling a Home

    When it comes to listing your home for sale, take some tips from our experts!

    January 23, 2018

    What Military Families Can Do to Prepare for Government Shutdowns

    Military Life

    In light of the recent government shutdown, here are a few ways military families can prepare for another one if it happens again.

    January 16, 2018

    Should You Use Drones to Market Your Home?

    Selling a Home

    While drones may sound like a thing of the future, find out more about their use when it comes to marketing your home for sale.

    November 14, 2017

    Meet MilitaryByOwner's Content & Social Media Teams

    Military Life

    Meet the amazing folks who make up the content creation and social media teams here at MilitaryByOwner!

    November 02, 2017

    Overcome Career Challenges with These Military Spouse Resources

    Military Life

    Accounting for gaps in work history as well translating volunteer time into marketable skills requires the advice and professional guidance from those who have experience. Fortunately, there are many ...

    October 02, 2017

    MilitaryByOwner Rental Homes Perfect for Texas Geobachelors

    Army Posts

    Military geobachelor looking for a rental home in Texas? You're in luck with these featured properties from MilitaryByOwner!

    September 27, 2017

    Strategies for Coping with Short-Term Military Family Separations

    Military Life

    Military families can face the decision of one parent living geographically separated for a time. Get rental and coping tips from a milspouse who's been there!

    September 22, 2017

    The Best Do’s and Don'ts of Going to Your First Military Ball

    Military Life

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    September 12, 2017

    Try These Creative "Welcome to the Neighborhood" Gifts

    Military Life

    Looking for a creative way to introduce yourself to the newest military families in your neighborhood? Go beyond a plate of cookies to say hello!