Your first weeks at a new duty station should focus on making daily life work and learning the area at the pace your family needs. This guide covers commutes, schools, local housing costs, support networks, and the choice between renting and buying. It explains how Dorazio Real Estate helps military and civilian clients moving into Chicagoland or relocating elsewhere.

Moving on January 1st can be a cold and chaotic experience, but it also offers military families a unique chance for a total fresh start. This guide covers everything from surviving a Chicago winter move to helping your kids adjust to a new school mid-year. We have also included a first-week checklist to help you turn your new house into a home quickly.