Lisa Johnson is an MRP-certified Realtor® in San Diego. See how her military relocation training helps PCS buyers and sellers move with less stress.
An MRP is a Realtor® who's completed extra training from the National Association of REALTORS®. This training covers PCS timelines, VA loan rules, and military housing benefits.
It's not just a certificate on a wall. It means your agent already knows how orders, BAH, and report dates work. You won't need to explain military life from scratch.
How Does an MRP Help Military Buyers?
An MRP walks you through your VA loan benefits from day one. That includes your Certificate of Eligibility, $0 down payment options, and no monthly PMI.
She also knows how lenders treat your BAH as income. Many lenders "gross up" tax-free BAH, which can boost what you qualify for.
Timing matters most on a PCS move. An MRP builds your home search around your report date, not the other way around.
How Does an MRP Help Military Sellers?
Selling before a move can feel like a race against the clock. An MRP prices your home to sell fast, without leaving money on the table.
She'll also flag VA-specific issues buyers may raise, like appraisal and Minimum Property Requirements. That means fewer surprises at closing.
Should You Rent, Buy, or Sell When You Get PCS Orders?
There's no single right answer. It depends on your timeline, your orders, and how long you plan to stay at your next duty station.
An MRP walks you through the real math on each option. That includes equity, rental income potential, and moving costs.
On-base housing waitlists at Naval Base San Diego often run 18 to 24 months. That's why most families end up buying or renting off base right away.
What Makes San Diego Different for Military Families?
San Diego is one of the largest military hubs in the country. It's home to Naval Base San Diego, Naval Base Coronado, MCAS Miramar, and Camp Pendleton.
It's also one of the more expensive places to buy. That makes VA loan benefits, like $0 down and no PMI, especially valuable here.
An MRP who works this market daily knows which South Bay neighborhoods, like Chula Vista, Bonita, and Otay Ranch, tend to fit BAH budgets best.
How Do I Get Started With an MRP-Certified Realtor?
Reach out before your orders drop, if you can. The earlier you plan, the more choices you'll have.
Lisa Johnson serves San Diego, Chula Vista, Bonita, and the South Bay. She'll walk you through your options with no pressure.
PCS moves come with real deadlines and real money on the line. Working with an MRP-certified Realtor® means your agent already speaks the language of orders, BAH, and VA loans. That's one less thing to figure out during a stressful move.
About Lisa Johnson Lisa Johnson is a Realtor® with Coldwell Banker West. She serves Chula Vista, Bonita, and all of San Diego County. She's helped families buy and sell homes across the South Bay for years — and she knows these neighborhoods inside and out.