(Retired Army Green Beret)

937.423.9213 (Mobile)

937.548.5750 (Office)

Joe is a retired Army Green Beret who has worked in the public and private sectors for over 15 years. He graduated from Greenville, Ohio, and obtained his Doctorate of Strategic Security from the National American University—School of Henley-Putnam. He has been a longtime resident of Ohio and wishes to continue supporting the local communities.

What do we do?

A Military Relocation Professional (MRP) is a real estate agent or broker with specialized training to help military families navigate the complexities of relocating due to a Permanent Change of Station (PCS). They provide expert guidance on housing options,

VA loans, and understanding the military-specific aspects of the relocation process.

Understanding Military Relocation: They possess in-depth knowledge of the military relocation process, including PCS orders and Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH).

Navigating the Housing Market: They help military families find suitable housing options in new areas, taking into account factors like school districts, local amenities, and cost of living.

Facilitating VA Loans: They are knowledgeable about Veterans Affairs (VA)loans and can connect military members with lenders and resources to secure financing.

Providing Support and Guidance: They offer personalized support throughout the relocation process, helping families navigate the challenges and make informed decisions.

Maximizing Military Benefits: They help families understand and utilize their military benefits to make the most of their relocation.

Understanding Unique Challenges: They are aware of the specific challenges that military families face during relocation, such as tight timelines, frequent moves, and the need for flexibility.

Smooth Transition: MRPs help ease the stress of relocation, making the process smoother and less stressful.

Expert Guidance: They provide expert guidance and support throughout the relocation process.

Reduced Stress: MRPs can help alleviate the stress associated with finding housing and navigating the relocation process.

Access to Resources: They can connect families with resources and support networks.

In essence, an MRP is a trusted advisor who helps military families navigate the complexities of relocation, ensuring a smoother and more successful transition to their new duty station.

Military Relocation Professionals (MRPs) and the military relocation assistance program (RAP) are two different things that both aim to help military families during the relocation process. An MRP is a real estate professional who helps military families have a swift moving process. They have a wide set of knowledge regarding housing solutions, military benefits, real estate services, housing choices, real estate transaction, the military market, business strategies, and so on. On the other hand, the military relocation assistance program (RAP) is a government-funded program that provides various types of support and assistance to military families during a move. It is simply a fantastic program by the government for helping the military community and the military staff with basic allowance, allowance for housing, and so on.

Military Relocation Professional FAQs


1. What exactly sets an MRP apart from a regular realtor?


MRP-certified REALTORS® are trained in PCS procedures, VA financing, military-friendly clauses, and local support systems—equipping you for a smoother, less stressful PCS move.

2. Can they streamline a military move?


Yes. MRPs specialize in handling remote purchases, virtual tours, contractual protections for deployments or reassignments, and expedited closings aligned to tight mission timelines.

3. Are there any extra fees for their military-specific services?


No. MRP agents charge the typical realtor commission—there are no additional fees tied to the MRP designation.

4. How do they support VA loan users?


MRPs are trained to clarify VA benefits and funding fees and refer clients to lenders experienced in military financing, helping maximize your entitlements.

5. Do MRPs understand military culture and acronyms?


Absolutely—they’re fluent in terminology (PCS, BAH, DLA, LES), culture, mission requirements, and emotional stressors—supporting comprehensive guidance.

6. Can they help you find military-friendly neighborhoods or rentals?


Yes. MRPs know areas near bases, good schools, supportive communities—and can secure rentals or purchases that fit within BAH and come with military-relocation protection clauses.

7. Will they help with emotional and logistic aspects?


Definitely. MRPs offer emotional support, resources for moving (schools, movers, spouse employment), and empathy based on understanding military transitions.

8. Do MRPs provide better contract terms for military needs?


Yes—they include deployment or reassignment escape clauses and ensure contingency protections tailored for military life.

9. Why is it vital for veterans or active-duty to choose an MRP?


MRPs are committed to military families, understand financial benefits, coordinate fast relocations, and support life after service—making them indispensable advisors.

10. How do I confirm an agent is truly MRP-focused?


Ensure they hold the official MRP designation (from NAR's center for REALTOR Development), use the MRP logo, stay listed in the MRP directory, and leverage marketing materials tailored to military clients.

Transitioning Tools and Resources

DoD TAP is an outcome-based statutory program (10 USC, Ch. 58) that bolsters opportunities, services, and training for transitioning Service members in their preparation to meet post-military goals.

Department of Veteran Affairs provides information, resources, and tools to service members and their loved ones to help prepare for the move from military to civilian life.

Military-Transition.org is a website and organization dedicated to helping military members successfully transition into civilian life and find meaningful employment. It provides information, resources, and insights to complement official transition programs, with a focus on understanding the challenges and opportunities veterans face.

Military Compensation/BAH. BAH is an allowance to offset the cost of housing when you do not receive government-provided housing. Your BAH depends upon your location, pay grade and whether you have dependents. BAH rates are set by surveying the cost of rental properties in each geographic location.

Military One Source.
The Defense Department is committed to helping service members and their families to master their move.

Defense Travel Management Office. Serving as the single focal point for commercial travel within DoD. A directorate of the Defense Support Services Center, under the Defense Human Resources Activity

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