Moving Checklist for Military Families
On average, a military family moves or receives a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), every two to three years. And while it may be a familiar process, the logistics of a move can still be daunting.
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Reimburse Your Receipts
PPMs can be a cost efficient option for military members, and expenses like tolls or packing materials can be . Just remember to save and submit your receipts.
Call 1-844-4TROOPS
ʱԲ’s dedicated military call center is on hand to assist with PPM needs. In addition to receiving specialized training to assist military members through this process, every call center associate has a military connection: as a veteran or with a family member who is active duty, a reservist or a veteran. You can reach the call center via this toll-free number: 1-844-4TROOPS (1-844-487-6677).
Take Advantage of Military Discounts
As a military-friendly employer, Penske offers a military discount off truck rentals at more than 2,500 convenient locations.
By "Move Ahead" Staff
By visiting , active military members and veterans can learn about ʱԲ’s discounts, which can add up to 20 percent, and related services like a certified public scale locator. These locators are needed to fulfill military rules requiring that soldiers and their families certify the weight of their rental trucks when moving.
Each year, thousands of U.S. military families rent moving trucks for their PCS (Permanent Change of Station) moves, also commonly referred to as PPMs – (Personally Procured Moves) -- as the various branches of the military hand out new assignments to active personnel.
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