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    Jen McDonald

    Jen McDonald is the Content Editor for MilitaryByOwner Advertising, an award-winning author, speaker, and longtime advocate for military spouses. With over 30 years as a military spouse, Jen created her own path, raised four kids, supported her husband's Air Force career, and navigated the challenges of military life. Now, she shares her insights and encouragement with fellow military families through writing, podcasting, and public speaking. Jen is the author of You Are Not Alone: Encouragement for the Heart of a Military Spouse, and Milspouse Matters: Sharing Strength Through Our Stories, books offering support to military families. Her nonfiction writing has earned multiple awards, including a Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America and a Silver Award from Foreword INDIES. Now settled in Texas, Jen is working on her debut cozy mystery novel and reveling in the joys of grandparenting. She’s learned to write in the margins of life, tapping away at her laptop during early mornings or kids' sports practices. Connect with Jen at her site, Jen McDonald and Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

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    August 03, 2017

    Signs It's Time to Downsize [Video]

    Selling a Home

    If you're considering a move into a smaller home or small military housing, start with these questions before you decide to downsize.

    July 28, 2017

    Download 7 Free Ebooks for Military Families

    Military Life

    From traveling to PCS moves, MilitaryByOwner's resources for military families are free for download!

    July 18, 2017

    12 Tips for International Travel [Infographic]

    Travel Tips

    Taking a trip out of the country? Start here with some safe travel tips, then download MilitaryByOwner's Guide to Military Family Travel.

    July 05, 2017

    Download 6 Free Ebooks for Home Buyers and Sellers

    Selling a Home

    Do you know about MilitaryByOwner's free ebooks for buying or selling your home?

    June 09, 2017

    Tips for Making an Offer on Your Dream Home [Free Resource]

    Home Buying

    Learn about finding a buyer's agent, appealing to the home seller's motivation when making your offer, and getting through the negotiations phase of home buying!

    June 07, 2017

    7 Tips to Help Your Military Kid Cope with PCS

    Military Life

    Don't let your military kids get lost in the shuffle of a PCS. Get some tips on how to help from an experienced military mom.

    May 08, 2017

    What to Know About Your Finances Before Buying a Home [Free Resource]

    Home Buying

    In the latest ebook offering from MilitaryByOwner, we're highlighting help for homebuyers. Get your finances ready to buy a home!

    April 06, 2017

    3 Ways to Celebrate Military Kids During Month of the Military Child

    Military Life

    Military kids are our nation's heroes. Let's celebrate them during April, the Month of the Military Child!

    March 03, 2017

    Don't Miss This Free Powerful Marketing Tool for Selling Your Home

    Selling a Home

    Could you be missing this key marketing ingredient when it comes to selling your home?

    March 01, 2017

    Take Charge of Your Finances During Military Saves Week

    Military Life

    Join up with USAA and Military Saves and get help bringing your finances under control.

    February 17, 2017

    What Do Military Renters Look for in a Landlord? [Video]

    Property Management

    As a landlord, there are a few things you can do to put yourself a cut above the rest when it comes to attracting--and keeping--renters from the vast military market.

    February 16, 2017

    Answers to Your Home Selling Questions [Free Guide]

    Selling a Home

    Whether you’ve already made the decision or are simply considering selling your home, you'll want this free guide from MilitaryByOwner.