Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Military Relocation Specialist

Certified Military Relocation Professional (MRP) Transportation Management Officer

Sarah is a former Transportation Management Officer who has overseen 500+ PCS moves across all branches of service. She specializes in military relocation logistics, DITY/PPM strategies, and GHC compliance. Her guides help service members maximize their entitlements while avoiding common pitfalls.

12+ years experience MoveSmart

Areas of Expertise

Military PCS Moves
DITY/PPM Strategy
GHC Compliance
Base Housing Transitions

Articles by Sarah Jenkins

The Ultimate 2026 Military PCS Relocation Guide: Broker vs. Carrier Strategies

When a broker misses your RDD, you lose your housing allowance. The definitive 2026 guide to choosing between Asset-Based Carriers and Brokers for your PCS move.

Lifestyle · 15 min · 2026-01-10

The Moving Scam Prevention Guide: 27 Red Flags, State Resources & Recovery Options

$60M annual fraud. Hostage loads up 142%. Your complete defense playbook: 27 red flags, 60-second verification protocol, and state-by-state recovery resources.

Finance · 18 min · 2026-01-25

Best Long-Distance Moving Companies of 2026: Why You Should Skip the Broker

We analyzed 847 carriers against FMCSA records, complaint data, and on-time delivery rates. Asset-based carriers outperform brokers 94% to 78% on reliability. Here is how to find the real movers, not the middlemen.

Finance · 20 min · 2026-02-14

How to Move Heavy Furniture in Narrow Boston Hallways (A Brownstone Guide)

Boston brownstone hallways average 32 inches wide. Standard furniture assumes 42 inches. Here is the data-driven guide to navigating Beacon Hill stairwells, Back Bay doorways, and North End corners without destroying your couch or your deposit.

Lifestyle · 14 min · 2026-02-17

Last-Minute Moving Help: What to Do When Your Mover Cancels

8.4% of booked moves get cancelled by the mover within 72 hours. Broker-arranged moves are 4x more likely to cancel than direct carrier bookings. Here is your emergency action plan and how to rebook in 48 hours.

Lifestyle · 12 min · 2026-02-18

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