What Is a Military Relocation Professional?

A Military Relocation Professional is a REALTOR® who has completed specialized training through the National Association of REALTORS® to understand the unique needs, timetables, and earned benefits of military service members and their families.

When your PCS orders arrive, the clock starts immediately. You may have 30, 60, or 90 days to find housing in an unfamiliar city — and an MRP has the tools, process, and urgency to make that happen without sacrificing your best interests or your benefits.

How Bill Lowe Serves Military Families

Bill Lowe holds the MRP certification from NAR and serves military families across the Philadelphia metro and South Jersey — one of the most strategically important military corridors on the East Coast, home to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and Naval Support Activity Philadelphia.

🏠 VA Loan Navigation

Full guidance through VA loan eligibility, COE, appraisal requirements, and closing. Bill works with VA-experienced lenders in PA and NJ.

⚡ Fast Relocation

PCS timelines are tight. Bill can compress the search, offer, and closing process to fit your reporting date.

💰 BAH Rate Guidance

Your Basic Allowance for Housing translated directly into buying power in the Philadelphia and South Jersey markets.

📋 Full Benefits Utilization

VA loans, zero down payment options, funding fee waivers for disabled veterans — Bill ensures you use every benefit you've earned.

📱 Remote Transaction Capable

Currently deployed? Bill handles virtual tours, remote offers, and digital closings so distance is never an obstacle.

🤝 Military-Friendly Communities

Know which neighborhoods have the strongest veteran communities, shortest base commutes, and best school options for military families.

Bases We Serve Near

The Philadelphia–South Jersey corridor is home to several major military installations. Bill provides dedicated real estate services to families relocating to and from these bases.

New Jersey

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

Burlington County, NJ. The largest joint base on the East Coast. Surrounding communities: Bordentown, Mount Holly, Burlington Township.

Pennsylvania

Naval Support Activity Philadelphia

South Philadelphia. Supports numerous tenant commands. Close to Center City and South Jersey suburbs.

Pennsylvania / New Jersey

Defense Logistics Agency

Regional offices across the corridor. DLA employees frequently buy in Burlington County and Montgomery County.

Region-Wide

VA Medical Centers

VA healthcare facilities throughout the region — many veteran buyers prioritize proximity to VA medical services.

Live MLS Listings

See What's Available Near Your Base

Browse active listings near Joint Base McGuire, NSA Philadelphia, and across the Philadelphia metro.

🔍 Search Homes

VA Loan Basics — What Every Military Buyer Should Know

The VA Home Loan program has helped more than 24 million veterans purchase homes. It remains one of the most powerful home buying tools available — and one of the most underutilized.

  • No down payment required for eligible borrowers — the biggest barrier to homeownership, eliminated.
  • No private mortgage insurance (PMI) — saving hundreds per month vs. FHA or conventional loans.
  • Competitive interest rates — typically lower than conventional mortgage rates.
  • Funding fee waivers — veterans with service-connected disabilities may be exempt.
  • As of August 2024, VA buyers can pay for buyer agent representation — full professional advocacy is available to you.
  • Assumable loans — VA loans can be assumed by a future buyer, a significant selling advantage.

Frequently Asked Questions

A VA loan typically takes 30–45 days to close, similar to a conventional mortgage. The VA appraisal may add a few days. Having your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and pre-approval ready before you start searching significantly shortens the timeline.
Yes. Your VA loan benefit can be used multiple times. You can have more than one VA loan at the same time if you have remaining entitlement, or restore your entitlement after paying off a prior VA loan.
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) is a monthly benefit based on your pay grade and duty station location. In the Philadelphia area, BAH rates are strong and can fully or largely cover a mortgage payment depending on your rank. Bill can calculate your exact buying power based on your BAH rate.
Yes, and this is a smart long-term strategy many military families use. Philadelphia and South Jersey have strong rental demand, making them excellent buy-and-hold markets. Bill can advise on which areas have the strongest rental returns if this is part of your plan.
Absolutely. Bill regularly assists military buyers who purchase before they physically arrive. Virtual tours, remote document signing, and digital closings make it possible to close on a home from anywhere in the world.