32 articles from the MovingGuru Moving Guide.
Yes, there are moving boxes for rent. A single bedroom apartment owner can expect to throw down about $100 to rent moving boxes. And no, they won’t get moldy, worn-out cardboard boxes that some guy stored his dead fish collection in…
Moving Boxes · June 30, 2013
Like so many things in life, successfully dealing with a moving company requires asking a lot of questions. Yep, it’s time to expose your inner Geraldo. As uncomfortable as peppering people with questions might sound, it’s a must. The more
Moving Companies · June 26, 2013
Pricing out your move? Moving companies are an investment. I mean, they’re expensive pretty much no matter what. However, whether the investment you make is good or bad will depend on the particular movers you choose. There is no set
Cost of Moving · June 22, 2013
Are your movers legit? In some cases, whether a moving company is trustworthy will depend on whether they have the licenses and protections as required by law. Moving company licensing laws are complex and rarely understood to a person just
Moving Companies · May 1, 2013
Did your moving company deliver you bent boxes and a broken couch frame? Movers are not perfect. They can, and do, break property during the moving process. And when they do, they are liable for the damage they caused. When
Moving Companies · February 10, 2013
It happens to hundreds each year. After a stressful move across the country and a day or two of unpacking, a person gets the bill from their moving company, and it’s $1,000 more than expected. It happens. And if it
Moving Companies · February 8, 2013
Got beef with your mover? The American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA) offers a program that allows you to voice your concerns. The AMSA’s arbitration program allows customers to file complaints against their moving companies. Then a third party decid…
Moving Companies · February 6, 2013
You NEED a moving contract. If you’re moving without a moving contract, you are making a big mistake, and you could lose thousands of dollars for it. Moving contracts are written agreements between you and your moving company that establish
Moving Companies · December 27, 2012
"We’re looking at about $3,000," says the mover, after talking to you on the phone for ten minutes or so. $3,000! You think. It’s more than you were expecting, but, then again, what exactly were you expecting? $3,000: it’ll work.
Cost of Moving · December 26, 2012
Want an accurate moving estimate? Over-the-phone or online moving quotes are great for giving you an idea of how much moving will cost. And sometimes they can lead you to a good moving company. However, they are not guaranteed accurate,
Cost of Moving · December 23, 2012
Binding non-to-exceed agreements are just about as good as they get. Binding not-to-exceed moving estimates are not estimates at all. Estimates imply uncertainty; binding not-to-exceed is very certain. It establishes, in writing, how much you will pay for s…
Cost of Moving · December 22, 2012
Is it okay to get an estimate over the phone? Sure. But don’t count on it being the final price. Over-the-phone estimates are great ways to get an idea of the answer to this question: how much does it cost
Cost of Moving · December 21, 2012
Trying to get a price on moving? It’s more difficult than you might think. Sure, you can get some free moving quotes at MovingGuru.com, and you should, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. There are many different types
Cost of Moving · December 20, 2012
Don’t want to lift a pinky during your move? Then you need a full-service moving company. Full-service moving companies handle everything from packing to driving, so you don’t have to. Full-service movers might do everything for you, but before you
Moving Companies · December 19, 2012
Get a free moving estimate in 2 minutes, tops. Moving estimates are essential to coming up with a good moving plan. Without at least an estimate, you have no idea what you should expect to pay, whether your moving budget
Cost of Moving · December 14, 2012
The worst thing you can do is hire movers without a contract. Seriously. It’s really dumb. They can abuse you very easily by adding terms and holding on to your stuff if you don’t pay their new price. The way
Cost of Moving · December 11, 2012
Cross-country movers are moving companies licensed to transport personal belongings across state lines. They also have the necessary resources to transport stuff for thousands of miles, which many local moving companies do not. Most cross-country moving com…
Moving Companies · December 10, 2012
Changing offices? You’re probably going to need some moving help, and that’s where officer movers come into play. Office movers are moving companies that specialize in relocating offices. That being said, office movers don’t do anything special. They move o…
Moving Companies · December 9, 2012
Nation-wide movers are moving companies licensed to transport personal belongings across state lines. They also have the necessary resources to transport stuff for thousands of miles, which many local moving companies do not. Most national moving companies…
Moving Companies · December 9, 2012
Long-distance movers are moving companies licensed to transport personal belongings across state lines. They have the necessary resources to transport stuff for thousands of miles. So, they are capable of handling cross-state moves, even if it’s New York to…
Moving Companies · December 8, 2012
Local moving companies differ from long-distance moving companies in two major ways. First, they usually only deal with in-state moves. Second, they are smaller, which can lead to a different moving experience. In this article, we will discuss the basics
Moving Companies · December 7, 2012
Can’t find your moving company online? Checking your moving company’s reputation is very important. There are a lot of bad movers out there, and even some outright moving scams. Reading reviews is the best way to avoid those problems. But
Moving Companies · December 6, 2012
Want a moving quote that you can depend on? Binding moving estimates are essentially contracts that lay out the price for moving services. A person with a binding moving estimate knows exactly how much their move will cost, or at
Cost of Moving · December 6, 2012
Is your moving company trustworthy? Like anything, the moving world is filled with scams and shady businesses. Even if people aren’t outright robbed, they can be victimized by an unlicensed or poorly-equipped moving company. But how can you determine whether
Moving Companies · December 3, 2012
Want to get a good deal on your move? In order to get a good moving price, you need to know what a good moving price is. Moving companies charge their customers in many different ways, leading to a wide
Cost of Moving · December 2, 2012
Is a flat rate the best rate? Well, it depends. 95% of the time, someone will benefit from a flat rate, but it isn’t always the customer. Sometimes it’s the moving company that gets the "deal". For example, say a
Moving Companies · November 30, 2012
Interstate movers are moving companies licensed to transport personal belongings across state lines. They also have the necessary resources to transport stuff for thousands of miles, which many local moving companies do not. However, with longer moves comes…
Moving Companies · November 5, 2012
Do you need help moving Fido? Not every pet owner can move their pet alone. Some loving owners just don’t have the space, the time or the expertise. Fortunately, that’s what pet movers are for. Pet moving companies will transport
Moving Companies · July 29, 2012
Do you have a lot of stuff to move? Then a flat-rate moving company is probably best for you. Flat rate movers charge you one over-all price for your entire move. So, if the move takes longer than expected; if
Moving Companies · July 22, 2012
Need some major help moving? A full-service move is the traditional way to move. A moving company comes to your house, packs your stuff, loads it into a truck, drives it to your new place, and then unloads it for
Moving Companies · December 7, 2011
Be ready to bargain with your moving company. When you call a moving company to get a moving quote, they’ll ask what you’re moving and when, along with a few more questions. However, if you leave it at that and
Moving Companies · November 22, 2011
Want to find a good moving company? Search the Internet for “moving company *your hometown*” and you’ll to turn up dozens of results. But how do you know which one can handle your move? And for the right price? And,
Moving Companies · June 7, 2011
