Five tips to avoid being overcharged when moving your possessions
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Five tips to avoid being overcharged when moving your possessions
Here are some things to consider when hiring a moving company:
▪ Get a written estimate. The estimate should be based on an in-person examination. It should be signed by both the company and the customer.
▪ If it is an interstate move, make sure the mover is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, part of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
▪ Check the mover’s history with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services license/complaint lookup.
▪ Make sure the moving company doesn’t add a substantial surcharge for payment by credit card.
▪ To minimize costs and hassles, late May through August is a busy time for moving companies, so it’s best, if possible, to schedule a move during spring or late fall. Weekend rates tend to be highest, both for truck rental agencies and moving companies.
This story was originally published August 4, 2021 at 6:30 AM with the headline "Five tips to avoid being overcharged when moving your possessions."