38 articles from the MovingGuru Moving Guide.
Nobody ever said moving is easy. Everyone knows it’s a pain in the butt. It’s a sweaty, grunty gig, an endeavor of stubbed toes and cussing. However, if you aren’t careful, it can be even worse than that. All too often,
Prepping & Packing · August 11, 2013
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
Moving far? Moving across the country is almost as demanding as moving comes. The only moves more demanding are the international move and the Hawaiian move. A cross-country move is hard, because it requires a lot of time, planning and
Prepping & Packing · May 11, 2013
If you just can’t decide how you should move, then give our moving flowchart a try. Start where it says "start here" and see where you end up. You might just find that answering the right questions will get you to
Odds & Ends · March 19, 2013
Are moving trucks to expensive? Renting a trailer might be the way to go, then. Trailers come in many shapes and sizes, and just about all of them are cheaper than a proper moving truck and can carry your mattress. Of course,
Moving Trucks · March 19, 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
Getting ready to move? Unless you’re going to hire someone to pack and move everything for you, you need to have the right tools on hand. And by "tools", I mean moving supplies. There are many different packing and moving
DIY Moves · December 31, 2012
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
The best truck rental is… Wait for it… It depends. Like so many things in life, there is no "best" moving truck rental company. Rather, there are many companies that range between good and bad, depending on the situation. If
Money Saving Tips · December 15, 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
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
Finding cheap shipping can be done. There are four steps to finding the cheap shipping. First, though, you need to determine if shipping is an option. If you’re going to ship items, they need to fit in a moving box.
Shipping Boxes · December 8, 2012
Are you a weapons owner? Gun can complicate any move. Some moving services refuse to transport them, and weapons-shipping laws can be difficult to work around. That being said, it’s entirely possible to move your guns from your old home
Odds & Ends · December 7, 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
Do you need to ship boxes to another city? Think about it: you can pack a few boxes of stuff, ship them in the mail, then fly to your new home with just a suitcase or two. Wouldn’t that be
Shipping Boxes · December 4, 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
Do you need a bit of moving help… But not too much? For example, do you only need help moving your couch and bed? In that case, paying a moving company would be absurd. But what if you can’t find
Moving Safety · September 18, 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
Don’t want to pay for moving? Doing it yourself is cheapest way to move. You get everything done on your own without needing to pay for professional moving services or rentals. However, for most people it’s simply not an option.
DIY Moves · December 7, 2011
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
Still deciding how to move? You can move via a full-service moving company, a you-pack company, or a truck rental. But which is best for you? Each type of move has its positives and negatives. Which one is right for
Types of Moves · November 29, 2011
Worried about driving a moving truck? Fortunately, there are companies out there that will do the driving for you. You-Pack companies (also U-Pack and moving pods) will deliver a large crate to your house. Then, after you load it up
Types of Moves · November 23, 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
Moving to a different country? International moves require a lot more documentation and cost a lot more money than moving within the U.S. Additionally, international movers need to prepare for a change in culture and norms. If you’re planning on
International Moves · November 15, 2011
Need to rent a U-Haul? Renting a moving truck is an excellent way to avoid the sometimes extravagant costs of moving companies or the dangers of loading your bedroom on the top of your car’s roof. Here are the basic
Moving Trucks · November 14, 2011
How will you move your stuff? You’ll might need to hire some moving help, but before you do, you should determine what type of move is right for you. It can save you money and time. Figuring out the best
Types of Moves · July 21, 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
