PCSing to Fort Benning (Housing)

CPT, I have never lived at Fort Benning, but I have been at the same decision point many times. &nbsp;There are a couple of other variables I always considered. &nbsp;For some reason I was always a numbers guy. &nbsp;I would look at the pros/cons of Renting, Buying, or living on base. &nbsp;However, most of the time I would consider this question: "Will I deploy from this duty station". &nbsp;If I was going to deploy (a lot) we generally lived on base and when I was in a garrison job most of the time we bought or rented. &nbsp;<div><br></div><div>One thing to consider if you buy is what you will do if you cannot sell it when you get your next set of orders. &nbsp;Will you rent it or will your family stay there until it is sold... and then you PCS as a geographic bachelor? &nbsp;Another consideration... Is there a chance you would get repeat orders to Fort Benning later in your career.</div><div><br></div><div>It's a big decision. &nbsp;I know several families that have bought at almost ever duty station and have done very well holding on to those properties as rentals. &nbsp;However home ownership comes with some financial risks that are compounded by normal PCS cycles.</div>

On-post housing is descent, but with the BGA and what you’re accustomed to I would recommend living off-post. If you live across the river in Alabama you’ll get more for your money. Taxes are lower. You can do a non-resident form for your vehicles and pay $20-30.00 for your Alabama car tags.