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    Dawn M. Smith

    Dawn is a real estate and military life writer who has a serious HGTV habit. When she is not writing, her teen daughter, Army husband, and golden retriever keep her busy through chauffeur duties, travel planning, and long dog walks. Dawn is pleased to share her experiences with MilitaryByOwner readers who are hoping to simplify military family journeys of all kinds. Follow Dawn on Pinterest for more ideas and resources and visit her site at Dawn M. Smith Custom Content Creation.

    Posts By Dawn M. Smith

    October 03, 2016

    MilitaryByOwner’s Home of the Week: A House with Two Enviable Views

    Home Buying

    If you're relocating to the Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point area in North Carolina, take a peek at this home for sale on MilitaryByOwner!

    September 20, 2016

    Should I Fill Out the Impact Aid Form for My Military Child’s School?

    Military Life

    It's the time of year when the parents of military children are asked to fill out the Impact Aid form for their school. Find out why it's important.

    September 19, 2016

    MilitaryByOwner’s Home of the Week: Resort Living in the City

    Army Posts

    Take a look at this gorgeous home for sale near Fort Benning, Georgia.

    September 07, 2016

    Transition Your Home from Summer to Fall with These Easy Tips!

    Home Decorating Ideas

    Who's ready for sweater weather, football games, and apple cider? Use these easy home decorating ideas to transition your home into autumn, inside and out!

    September 05, 2016

    MilitaryByOwner's Fairytale "Home of the Week"

    PCS Moves

    If a PCS to Washington state is in your future, check out this home for sale and other listings on MilitaryByOwner.

    September 05, 2016

    8 Fall Home Maintenance Tasks

    Home Maintenance

    While it may still be warm where you live, completing those fall home maintenance chores now will help you better enjoy the cooler temps later!

    August 30, 2016

    3 Months of Fall Home Decor Made Easy!

    Home Decorating Ideas

    Decorating for fall can be cheap, easy, AND beautiful! Get three months' worth of fall home decor tips.

    August 26, 2016

    How to Ease Life When Your Spouse Deploys: At-Home Deliveries & Tips

    Military Life

    Do you know about these at-home delivery services and conveniences that are perfect for help during a deployment?

    August 18, 2016

    Must-Haves in a Rental Home: What Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers Want

    Property Management

    If you're a landlord, learn how to make your rental appeal to several generations of potential military renters!

    August 10, 2016

    3 Big Ideas to Decorate Those Large Blank Walls

    Home Decorating Ideas

    Have a massive space in your home that you aren't sure how to fill? Use these home decorating tips to make the most of an awkward or large room.

    August 01, 2016

    MilitaryByOwner’s Celebrity Look-Alike Home of the Week

    Home Buying

    While most of us can't afford an actual celebrity home, we can dream, can't we? And you might find a home with similar amenities on MilitaryByOwner!

    July 26, 2016

    Get Your Home Open House Ready and Staged on a Budget

    Selling a Home

    Staging your home for sale with an open house doesn't have to break the bank. Try these budget-conscious ideas to make your home stand out from the competition!