Sarah Jenkins
Military Relocation Specialist
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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