Personal Property Activity

08/31/2026

🚨 PCS Season Tip: Protect Yourself from Rogue Movers 🚨

The first step is critical do your homework before trusting a moving company with your belongings.

“Rogue operators” often lure you in with a low quote, then raise the price after your items are loaded or worse, hold your shipment hostage until you pay more.

💡 Stay protected:
✔️ Research every company thoroughly
✔️ Verify registration with FMCSA
✔️ Use official resources to check legitimacy
✔️ Don’t fall for deals that seem too good to be true

A bad mover can turn your PCS into a nightmare. Don’t let this happen to you.

08/28/2026

This week, the Personal Property Activity assisted 633 families with their personal property needs. We keep things moving every step of the way.

Our Call Center is available 24/7 to support you.

Send a message to learn more

08/27/2026

🎒 PCSing before the school year starts?

Make the transition easier by keeping important school and medical documents with you—not packed away in your household goods.

📚 Report cards
💉 Immunization records
📜 Birth certificates
📝 IEP/504 paperwork, if applicable

Having these documents ready can help make school enrollment smoother at your new duty station.

📞 PPA Call Center: 1-833-MIL-MOVE (645-6683)
📧 [email protected]
🌐 PPA.mil

08/26/2026

🏡 Moved in? Don’t forget the post-PCS tasks!

Once the boxes are unpacked, there are still a few important things to take care of:

💡 Turn on utilities & update subscriptions
💰 Submit your travel voucher
🎒 Register children for school
📋 File claims for damaged or missing items
⭐ Complete the DPS customer satisfaction survey
🩺 Update TRICARE
🏠 Change your address & update your records

A successful move doesn’t end when the movers leave. Plan ahead, stay organized and get settled in!

📞 1-833-MIL-MOVE (645-6683)
🌐 PPA.MIL

08/24/2026

📦 Did You Know?

Your inventory sheet is one of the most important documents you'll receive during your PCS move.

As your household goods are packed, every box and item is assigned an inventory number. Before you sign, take a few extra minutes to:

✔️ Review item descriptions
✔️ Verify existing damage is documented correctly
✔️ Check for missing items
✔️ Ask questions if something doesn't look right

Accurate inventory records can make a big difference if you need to file a claim later.

Once your move is complete, keep your inventory paperwork until all deliveries are finished and any claims have been resolved.

08/21/2026

This week, the U.S. Department of War Personal Property Activity assisted 626 families with their personal property needs. We keep things moving every step of the way.

Our Call Center is available 24/7 to support you.

Send a message to learn more

08/20/2026

🐾 PCSing with your pet?

Moving with a furry family member takes extra planning. Before you travel, make sure you:

📅 Start planning early—pet spaces on AMC Patriot Express flights are limited.
📋 Know your destination’s health, vaccination & entry requirements.
🌎 Research quarantine and import requirements for overseas moves.
💰 Check whether you qualify for reimbursement of eligible pet transportation expenses.

Need help with your PCS move?
📞 1-833-MIL-MOVE (645-6683)
📧 [email protected]
🌐 PPA.MIL

Plan ahead. Know the requirements. Keep your pet’s move on track. 🐶🐱

08/18/2026

📞 Need help with your PCS move? We’re here for you.

The PPA Call Center connects Service members, DoW personnel, and families with the information and support they need when they need it.

Get expert support, accurate answers, and assistance with your move.

📞 1-833-MIL-MOVE (645-6683)
🌐 PPA.MIL

Your Move, Our Mission.

08/17/2026

🎒📚 Back-to-school season + a PCS?

A new duty station can mean a new school, new routines, and plenty of moving pieces for military families.

Swipe through for a few tips to help make the transition smoother and keep your student on track. ➡️

Planning ahead can make a big difference when you're balancing a PCS and the start of a new school year.