Mother Teresa is known for her kindness and heart of generosity to the needy. She said, “It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” This is so true…even small gifts can be used for great purposes. As we rapidly approach the end of the year, it’s a wonderful time to consider year-end giving and ways to be generous to others during the holiday season. In this post, we’ll talk about our fully furnished short term rentals and how even temporary Shreveport residents can make a difference in the community by possibly donating to local-area and national non-profit organizations. Continue reading
Posts tagged with "off base housing"
Grocery shopping made easy: On-Base and Off-Base Options near Barksdale AFB housing
What are your go-to shopping list items? Do you switch meals up on a week-to-week basis or make variations of the same meals for easy planning? Whatever your methodology for meals, we’re here to help with a rundown of the top grocery stores near our fully furnished off-base Barksdale AFB housing in Bossier City. Continue reading
A complete moving guide for Settling into your Barksdale AFB housing in Shreveport
Annnd, go! You’ve received your official orders and have two weeks to pack everything up and move to Shreveport LA. But what needs to be done to make sure that packing and moving goes seamlessly? Who pays for the move? What should come with you and what is better to leave behind? In this post, we offer a number of resources that can help you answer these questions and get your loved ones safely from point A to your new Barksdale AFB housing rental. Continue reading
Rent or Buy? Barksdale AFB Housing Pros & Cons for Military Families
Military family moves are a controversial and well-documented fact. After all, it takes time and effort to get to know a new town and build friendships…only to have to move every couple of years. There are benefits to this lifestyle, of course, as military service members and their loved ones get the opportunity to experience life in new parts of the USA and world! In this post, we’ll discuss the important question surrounding relocation…should I rent or buy a house when looking for Barksdale AFB housing? Continue reading
Fire Safety Tips to Know when Staying at Barksdale AFB Housing Rental
It always helps to be prepared! Fire dangers are always present, but can be minimized by paying attention and taking necessary steps to know how to handle an emergency. It’s much like preparing for a battle while serving in the military! In this post, we’ll discuss some helpful tips for fire safety and explain how you can safely enjoy your time staying in Barksdale AFB housing. Continue reading
Keep your recipes organized for cooking in our Barksdale AFB housing!
Back in the day, cookbooks were the one-stop-solution for great meals. They offered colorful photos and homespun goodness in the form of ingredient lists and instructions. These days, many people find their next mealtime idea from the internet. But what’s the best way to store your favorites? As a serviceperson staying in Barksdale AFB housing, you’ll want something portable and simple-to-use. In this post, we’ll discuss some recipe organization apps you may want to consider. These apps will help to make the groceries-to-dinner experience more seamless! Continue reading
Who can live in off-base Barksdale AFB housing in the Air Force?
In this blog post, we’ll discuss an important question that each service member must determine as he or she figures out where to live on a new temporary duty assignment. In essence, who is required to live on-base and who can live in Barksdale AFB housing off-base? The short answer? It’s complicated. Continue reading
Staying at Barksdale AFB Housing? Tips for Sending Long Distance Christmas Gifts to Family
Christmas is a special season filled with tradition, celebration and family. More than ever, we all need the joy of the season. Despite all the changes this year, there are still plenty of ways to interact with family and friends…even from a distance. Of course, military families (such as those staying in Barksdale AFB housing) have had to deal with similar situations for years! In this post, we’ll discuss gift-giving ideas for long-distance success. We’ll also briefly delve into a discussion about shipping items to service members. Continue reading
Military spouse with a small business? Choose our Off-Base Barksdale AFB housing!
For some people, 2020 has unexpectedly brought to reality the idea of working from home. True, work from home (or WFH) may come with its challenges, but there are definite blessings as well. One of the benefits of having a remote job is…obviously…the ability to take it with you! For military spouses, this can be the perfect answer to a busy life filled with frequent moves and new surroundings. Our Barksdale AFB housing solutions can be the environment you need to survive and thrive while adjusting to the Shreveport area and managing a small business. Continue reading
Seeking a veterinarian? Options from our Barksdale AFB housing experts
Dogs and cats are the best entertainment. They can be like children and do funny, random things that make us all laugh. It’s no wonder that pets have a special place in many hearts and homes around the world. Here at Shreveport Bossier Corporate Housing, we’ve made it easier for your pet to come and live with you while your family lives in our Barksdale AFB housing. Military life can be stressful and crazy, but that just means you need the loving support of a family pet even more! Continue reading
