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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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    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!

    July 22, 2016

    Everything You Need to Know about the "Tiny Home" Trend

    Home Buying

    Tiny homes are popping up everywhere. But whether you're using it for extra space or as your primary abode, there's much to consider beyond the cuteness factor!