# MustWants Blog > LLM-readable index of published MustWants blog posts. ## Discovery - Blog home: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog - RSS feed: https://mustwants.com/rss.xml - Blog sitemap: https://mustwants.com/blog-sitemap.xml ## Published Posts - Meet the New MustWants: A Smarter, Safer Home Search Built for PCS Moves URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/meet-the-new-mustwants-a-smarter-safer-home-search-built-for-pcs-moves HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/meet-the-new-mustwants-a-smarter-safer-home-search-built-for-pcs-moves.html Category: News Summary: Moving for a PCS is never just about boxes and dates. It's about finding a place that fits a family's daily rhythm, school needs, commute, and community. - A home isn’t just a structure made of walls, windows, and a roof—it’s a feeling. URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/a-home-isn-t-just-a-structure-made-of-walls-windows-and-a-roof-it-s-a-feeling HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/a-home-isn-t-just-a-structure-made-of-walls-windows-and-a-roof-it-s-a-feeling.html Category: Base & Local Life Summary: It’s the sense of relief when you walk through the door after a long day. The comfort of knowing this is the place where your life happens. - What's the Top “Must” in Your Next Home Search? How to Choose Priorities Before Your Move URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/whats-the-top-must-in-your-next-home-search-how-to-choose-priorities-before-your-move HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/whats-the-top-must-in-your-next-home-search-how-to-choose-priorities-before-your-move.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Moving is full of trade-offs—especially when timelines, schools, work, and emotions all press in at once. If you’re planning a PCS or a big move, the tight window and unfamiliar neighborhoods make it easy to grab the first “nice” house and later... - 🍂 Fall into Your New Home: Why October is a Great Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/fall-into-your-new-home-why-october-is-a-great-time-to-buy-or-sell-real-estate HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/fall-into-your-new-home-why-october-is-a-great-time-to-buy-or-sell-real-estate.html Category: Base & Local Life Summary: As the leaves change and cooler weather rolls in, the real estate market shifts right along with the seasons. While spring and summer often get all the attention, October can actually be one of the best times to make your move—whether you’re buying... - Why Changing Your Air Filter is Basically a Spa Day for Your Home URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/why-changing-your-air-filter-is-basically-a-spa-day-for-your-home HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/why-changing-your-air-filter-is-basically-a-spa-day-for-your-home.html Category: Military Family Tips Summary: When you own a home, you quickly learn that the little things matter. And one of the smallest, most overlooked things? Your air filter. That thin, pleated square hiding in your HVAC system is actually one of the cheapest investments you can make in p - The Power of Curb Appeal: Why First Impressions Sell Homes URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/the-power-of-curb-appeal-why-first-impressions-sell-homes HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/the-power-of-curb-appeal-why-first-impressions-sell-homes.html Category: Sell a Home Summary: When it comes to selling your home, first impressions are everything. Curb appeal isn’t just about making your house “look nice” — it’s about creating an emotional connection before a potential buyer even steps inside. A home with strong curb appeal - First-Time Homeowner Tip: Garbage Disposal Edition URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/first-time-homeowner-tip-garbage-disposal-edition HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/first-time-homeowner-tip-garbage-disposal-edition.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: As a first-time homeowner, there are many things to learn. Here's a quick tip about garbage disposals that can save you from costly repairs. - Moving 101: Pet Safety URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/moving-101-pet-safety HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/moving-101-pet-safety.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Moving with pets requires special consideration. This guide covers everything you need to know to keep your furry family members safe during a PCS move. - How to Effectively Integrate into Your New Community After a Military Move URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/how-to-effectively-integrate-into-your-new-community-after-a-military-move HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/how-to-effectively-integrate-into-your-new-community-after-a-military-move.html Category: Base & Local Life Summary: Moving to a new community after a PCS (Permanent Change of Station) can be both exciting and daunting for military families. - Remote Home Buying Made Simple: Pitfalls & Possibilities URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/remote-home-buying-made-simple-pitfalls-and-possibilities HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/remote-home-buying-made-simple-pitfalls-and-possibilities.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Buying a home remotely can feel overwhelming, especially when you're preparing for a PCS. This guide explores the pitfalls and possibilities of remote home purchases. - How to Improve Your Credit Score to Buy Your Dream Home URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/how-to-improve-your-credit-score-to-buy-your-dream-home HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/how-to-improve-your-credit-score-to-buy-your-dream-home.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Buying a home is one of the most exciting yet challenging milestones you can face. One of the most important steps on that journey is understanding, monitoring, and improving your credit score. - What You Should Know About VA Loans in 2025: A Guide for Military Families URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/what-you-should-know-about-va-loans-in-2025-a-guide-for-military-families HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/what-you-should-know-about-va-loans-in-2025-a-guide-for-military-families.html Category: VA Loans & BAH Summary: For military families planning a PCS move or buying a new home, understanding how VA loans work in 2025 is essential. - Navigating Military Relocation Challenges: Addressing Delays with HomeSafe Alliance URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/navigating-military-relocation-challenges-addressing-delays-with-homesafe-alliance HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/navigating-military-relocation-challenges-addressing-delays-with-homesafe-alliance.html Category: News Summary: Moving from one duty station to another is never just about packing boxes; it's about starting a new chapter in a family’s life. For military families, the process should be streamlined, supportive, and reliable. Unfortunately, recent problems with t - Mastering Financial Readiness When Buying Your New Home URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/mastering-financial-readiness-when-buying-your-new-home HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/mastering-financial-readiness-when-buying-your-new-home.html Category: VA Loans & BAH Summary: Purchasing a new home is one of life’s most exciting and significant milestones. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, the journey is filled with anticipation, hope, and plenty of decisions. But before you fall in love with your dr - Hawaii's Low Property Taxes: A Hidden Advantage for Homeowners URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/hawaiis-low-property-taxes-a-hidden-advantage-for-homeowners HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/hawaiis-low-property-taxes-a-hidden-advantage-for-homeowners.html Category: Base & Local Life Summary: Hawaii's Low Property Taxes: A Hidden Advantage for HomeownersHawaii’s real estate market is often associated with high home prices, but one financial advantage that many buyers overlook is the state’s exceptionally low property taxes. For owner-occu - Preparation for Your Next PCS Move: A Guide for Military Families 🚛✨ URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/preparation-for-your-next-pcs-move-a-guide-for-military-families HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/preparation-for-your-next-pcs-move-a-guide-for-military-families.html Category: Military Family Tips Summary: Preparing for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is a challenging yet exciting time for military families. Each move is an opportunity for a fresh start, but the process often brings its fair share of stress. With the right strategies and tools, how - Why Realtors Exist: The Experts You Didn’t Know You Needed URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/why-realtors-exist-the-experts-you-didnt-know-you-needed HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/why-realtors-exist-the-experts-you-didnt-know-you-needed.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: In a world of DIY solutions and real estate apps, you might wonder why realtors still play such a key role. The truth? Realtors exist to bring expertise, order, and peace of mind to one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.First, the real - Can You Use a VA Loan to Buy a Fixer-Upper? URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/can-you-use-a-va-loan-to-buy-a-fixer-upper HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/can-you-use-a-va-loan-to-buy-a-fixer-upper.html Category: VA Loans & BAH Summary: Many veterans wonder if they can use their VA loan benefit to purchase a fixer-upper. The answer is nuanced and depends on several factors. - Why December Could Be the Perfect Time to Buy a Home URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/why-december-could-be-the-perfect-time-to-buy-a-home HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/why-december-could-be-the-perfect-time-to-buy-a-home.html Category: News Summary: For many people, December is synonymous with holiday shopping, family gatherings, and year-end reflections. But did you know it can also be a fantastic time to purchase a home? While it might seem counterintuitive to tackle a real estate transaction - Post-Presidential Election Real Estate Trends in Wilmington, NC URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/post-presidential-election-real-estate-trends-in-wilmington-nc HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/post-presidential-election-real-estate-trends-in-wilmington-nc.html Category: News Summary: As the dust settles after the latest presidential election, many are keeping a close eye on how the political landscape might influence the housing market in various cities across the United States. Wilmington, NC, a coastal gem known for its histori - Holiday Home Buying: Why the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Might Be the Best Time to Buy a Home URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/holiday-home-buying-why-the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year-might-be-the-best-time-to-buy-a-home HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/holiday-home-buying-why-the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year-might-be-the-best-time-to-buy-a-home.html Category: News Summary: The holiday season is typically associated with family gatherings, festive lights, and the joy of giving. But did you know it could also be one of the best times to buy a home? If you’ve been considering homeownership, here are some compelling reason - Preparing Your Family for Your New Community URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/preparing-your-family-for-your-new-community HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/preparing-your-family-for-your-new-community.html Category: Base & Local Life Summary: Moving to a new community is both exciting and challenging for military families. - Top Tips for Buying a Home Near Your New Duty Station: A Military Spouse’s Guide URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/top-tips-for-buying-a-home-near-your-new-duty-station-a-military-spouses-guide HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/top-tips-for-buying-a-home-near-your-new-duty-station-a-military-spouses-guide.html Category: Military Family Tips Summary: Buying a home during a PCS can be overwhelming, especially with family needs, a tight timeline, and market factors to consider. Here’s what I’ve learned as a military spouse moving through multiple duty stations, plus how MustWants can help make your - PCS Planning Made Easy: Your Essential Guide to a Smoother Military Move URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/pcs-planning-made-easy-your-essential-guide-to-a-smoother-military-move HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/pcs-planning-made-easy-your-essential-guide-to-a-smoother-military-move.html Category: Military Family Tips Summary: Moving under PCS orders is unique to military families and can feel overwhelming, but with the right steps and support, you can turn it into a positive… - The Value of Using a Military Realtor URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/the-value-of-using-a-military-realtor HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/the-value-of-using-a-military-realtor.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make. But for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families, navigating the real estate market often involves unique challenges. - Decoding the Zillow's Z-Estimates: Navigating Precision and Unraveling Market Influence URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/decoding-the-zillows-z-estimates-navigating-precision-and-unraveling-market-influence HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/decoding-the-zillows-z-estimates-navigating-precision-and-unraveling-market-influence.html Category: Sell a Home Summary: For homeowners and potential buyers alike, the allure of Zillow's Zestimate is undeniable. This estimated property value, shaped by a fusion of data sources and algorithms, is a go-to resource. - Commuting and Home-Buying while at MacDill AFB URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/commuting-and-home-buying-while-at-macdill-afb HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/commuting-and-home-buying-while-at-macdill-afb.html Category: Base & Local Life Summary: The day has finally arrived, and you just received your orders to PCS to MacDill AFB. Finding the right home is filled with a multitude of steps: price, location, distance to MacDill AFB, and proximity to all the amenities Tampa has to offer. - The Powerful Network of Vetted Agents, Lenders, and Military Real Estate Professionals: A Comprehensive Guide to MustWants URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/the-powerful-network-of-vetted-agents-lenders-and-military-real-estate-professionals-a-comprehensive-guide-to-mustwants HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/the-powerful-network-of-vetted-agents-lenders-and-military-real-estate-professionals-a-comprehensive-guide-to-mustwants.html Category: Base & Local Life Summary: The Value of a Vetted NetworkA vetted network of real estate professionals ensures that clients receive top-notch service tailored to their unique needs. These professionals are carefully selected based on their expertise, experience, and commitment - Tips for Buying a Home Sight-Unseen During Military Relocation URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/tips-for-buying-a-home-sight-unseen-during-military-relocation HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/tips-for-buying-a-home-sight-unseen-during-military-relocation.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Military relocations often require quick decisions, and sometimes buying a home sight-unseen becomes necessary. - Understanding the Role of a Real Estate Agent URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/understanding-the-role-of-a-real-estate-agent HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/understanding-the-role-of-a-real-estate-agent.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: When buying or selling a home, a real estate agent can be an invaluable partner. - How to Navigate the Closing Process Stress-Free URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/how-to-navigate-the-closing-process-stress-free HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/how-to-navigate-the-closing-process-stress-free.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Closing on a home can be one of the most exciting yet nerve-wracking steps in the homebuying process. It represents the culmination of weeks or even months of searching, negotiating, and planning. However, as the finish line approaches, the complexit - VA Loans URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/va-loans HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/va-loans.html Category: VA Loans & BAH Summary: In today's real estate market, VA Loans can be a crucial tool for eligible home buyers.A VA Loan is a type of mortgage loan in the United States guaranteed by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. This loan program is designed to offer lo - Residential Loan Types URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/residential-loan-types HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/residential-loan-types.html Category: VA Loans & BAH Summary: Choosing the right type of loan can significantly affect a homeowner's financial future. In this article, we will explore the various types of loans available for residential housing in the U.S. and discuss their pros and cons.1. Conventional LoansCo - What is an MLS? URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/what-is-an-mls HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/what-is-an-mls.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: As a real estate agent, understanding the unique needs of military home buyers can significantly enhance the buying process for both parties involved. The military lifestyle often involves short-term assignments and frequent relocations, presenting a - Maximizing Your Rental Property ROI URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/maximizing-your-rental-property-roi HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/maximizing-your-rental-property-roi.html Category: Sell a Home Summary: For military families who are frequent movers, converting a home into a rental property can be a smart financial move. - Some Thoughts on Advising Amid a Potential Recession URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/some-thoughts-on-advising-amid-a-potential-recession HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/some-thoughts-on-advising-amid-a-potential-recession.html Category: News Summary: The real estate market can be quite complex, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty such as a potential recession. As a real estate professional, it's vital to help your clients navigate these uncertain waters. Here are some consideratio - Seller's Guide to Home Closing Costs URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/sellers-guide-to-home-closing-costs HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/sellers-guide-to-home-closing-costs.html Category: Sell a Home Summary: Selling a home involves various expenses, including closing costs. As a seller, understanding home closing costs is crucial for accurately estimating your net proceeds from the sale. This comprehensive guide aims to demystify the different types of c - Prepare Your Home for Sale URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/prepare-your-home-for-sale HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/prepare-your-home-for-sale.html Category: Sell a Home Summary: Selection of a real estate professional to list your home is critical. - Work Hard, Play Hard: Self-Care During the Home-Buying Process URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/work-hard-play-hard-self-care-during-the-home-buying-process HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/work-hard-play-hard-self-care-during-the-home-buying-process.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: The journey of purchasing a home can be exciting, albeit equally challenging. From searching for the perfect place to packing and moving in, it can be a whirlwind of tasks that seem never-ending. - Wants and Needs: Navigating the Complexity with a Partner URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/wants-and-needs-navigating-the-complexity-with-a-partner HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/wants-and-needs-navigating-the-complexity-with-a-partner.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Choosing a home is an exciting journey but it can also be a challenging process, especially when you're doing it with a partner. It is essential to strike a balance between both parties' wants and needs to ensure a smooth home-buying process. - Last items to Pack and Load when Moving URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/last-items-to-pack-and-load-when-moving HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/last-items-to-pack-and-load-when-moving.html Category: Sell a Home Summary: Moving is a demanding process, and planning your packing strategy is crucial to ensure a smooth transition. When it comes to loading up your moving truck, the order in which items are packed can make a significant difference in your overall moving ex - Helping Children Prepare for a Move to a New Home URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/helping-children-prepare-for-a-move-to-a-new-home HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/helping-children-prepare-for-a-move-to-a-new-home.html Category: Military Family Tips Summary: Moving to a new home can be an exciting but also challenging experience, especially for children. They may feel a mix of emotions, ranging from excitement to anxiety about leaving behind familiar surroundings. As a parent or guardian, it's crucial to - Listfishing: How to Decipher Vague Home Descriptions URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/listfishing-how-to-decipher-vague-home-descriptions HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/listfishing-how-to-decipher-vague-home-descriptions.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Whether it is your first or fifth time buying a house, one of the hardest parts is combing through the active listings to find the homes that meet your needs enough to make you actually want to see them in person. There is nothing worse than stepping - What is a Good Faith Estimate? URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/what-is-a-good-faith-estimate HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/what-is-a-good-faith-estimate.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: Purchasing a home is one of the most significant financial commitments most individuals will undertake in their lifetime. To facilitate this complex process, MustWants offers comprehensive tools like lender checklists and an intuitive app, guiding yo - Move-In Day Emergency Kit URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/move-in-day-emergency-kit HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/move-in-day-emergency-kit.html Category: Military Family Tips Summary: Moving into a new home can indeed be overwhelming. However, building an emergency kit ahead of time is a proactive step to make the process smoother and less stressful.Here's an updated list for your emergency kit:Paper TowelsSoapToilet PaperTrash Ba - Why Find a Realtor? URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/why-find-a-realtor HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/why-find-a-realtor.html Category: Buy a Home Summary: A Realtor plays a crucial role in the home selling or buying process. There are several reasons why you might consider hiring a Realtor:1. Extensive Knowledge: Realtors are well-versed in real estate transactions, market trends, local neighborhoods, - Assisting Military Home Buyers URL: https://mustwants.com/resources/blog/assisting-military-home-buyers HTML: https://mustwants.com/blog-html/assisting-military-home-buyers.html Category: News Summary: As a real estate agent, understanding the unique needs of military home buyers can significantly enhance the buying process for both parties involved. The military lifestyle often involves short-term assignments and frequent relocations, presenting a