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Avoid these moving scams

Posted on March 13th, 2010 No Comments

Depending on the type of moving company that you choose, you could be signing your way into a scam and not even know it. That is why at this forum we often reiterate about you doing your homework long before you settle on a moving company to handle your relocation project. Scammers are popping up everywhere even in the moving company business and they are luring those of you who want to be able to move at a cheaper price. Most of these moving companies are new kids on the block and you would be lucky if you find any one of them that are licensed and certified to do business or even with a member of the American Moving and Storage Association.

Scam movers are devising many ways in which to scam you out of your money when you move and one of the more popular ways is by inflating the estimate prices and quotations. One should beware of those moving representatives who come over to your home to give you an estimate and a low quote which mysteriously gets higher when moving day arrives. The best way you can counteract this is by double checking the representative’s estimate sheet to make sure that he has not left out anything. Most consumers have had experiences with moving representatives who have deliberately left out a room or two on their estimates only to add them in to the cost on moving day.  On the other hand there are some moving companies who love to give you estimates over the phone without seeing your household items. These moving companies work blindly as they get you to be their eyes at your home in order to evaluate what you have. This is another bad way to do business since what is quoted on the phone can suddenly become higher on moving day. Ensure that the movers send their representatives out to your home to estimate the items before you move.

There are also some moving companies that would further reinforce your boxes and possessions with their own packaging which you may assume is a free job since you never asked for it. But do not be surprised if the few extra boxes and tape that you have received from your moving representative comes up on your moving invoice. You would be better off if you keep extra boxes and packaging around, even tape to avoid this situation.

Also more and more brokers are posing as moving companies and they are pulling the old “bait and switch” on unsuspecting consumers. You may call in to what you may think is a moving company and make arrangements for that company’s movers to come out to relocate you on moving day. By the time moving day arrives you realize that your moving job has been passed on to another group of movers. Ensure that the company that you choose is not a moving broker company and ask them to meet the movers that they would be sending out to your home on moving day.

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Saving for your move

Posted on March 6th, 2010 No Comments

There is no easy way to say it but moving is indeed an expensive project that we all must undertake at some point in our lives. There are some of us who can afford it and there are those who cannot. For those who cannot afford it they may be tempted to max out their credit card in order to pay off their bills. But just think how much more debt you would be putting yourself in if you had to add that convenient credit card expense to the rest of your already grim financial picture.

You can avoid extra expenses for your move if you are able to save money towards it. If you are planning to rent a home, your moving costs may include getting the first and last month’s rent plus you may also want to replace some old furniture in your current home a well. If you have a projected month that you wish to move, then it would be a good thing to start saving your money some nine months in advance. In the months leading up to your move try to put aside at least 50 dollars to 100 dollars a month in a bank account that you rarely use. Even if you don’t have an account to spare, you should think about opening up a new account just for moving expenses. Ask the bank teller about opening an account that would reward you with a high interest rate. If you think you may be tempted to touch the money that you have set aside for the moving company then ask the bank teller about getting an account that would prevent you from withdrawing your money too early.

While you are building your savings, try not to spend unnecessary money elsewhere. For instance, you may have a sofa that you’ve owned for over 10 years and you may be thinking about purchasing a new set. If wear and tear is the only problem that you have with the sofa then you should hold off on the new purchase and opt for either reupholstering or purchasing a few slipcovers for the sofa instead.

And if the furniture is uncomfortable to sit on and you must get a replacement, then shop at a few garage sales in your neighborhood where you are always guaranteed to get a good deal. There are a few furniture stores out there that even have great prices on their items as well but you really need to shop around so that you can lock in to a price that would suit your pocket. As you save for your moving expenses, you and your family would also have to cut back on a lot of things including taking family vacations, eating out etc. Remember that your situation would not last forever and it’s worth it if you can move into a new home after you have paid your moving company in cash. Just think how fulfilling would feel to be able to move into your new home without having a large bill looming over your head to repay.

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Winter moving tips

Posted on March 3rd, 2010 No Comments

From the look of things, it’s clear to conclude that old man winter has officially overstayed his welcome in certain parts of the nation. If you plan on moving during this winter season then you can expect to save some money with your moving company since winter rates are usually low. So this means that you would be paying a fraction of the cost than what others would pay for moving around the best moving months which are usually during the summertime. Putting the inexpensive cost of winter moving aside, one of the things that you would have to deal with is the frigid temperatures that it brings. The cold weather can be uncomfortable and no one wants to be stressful and uncomfortable at the same time.

So when moving day comes along, remember to take along lots of winter clothing with you and keep them on hand should the temperatures drop while you are moving. Logging around with winter clothing may take a lot of doing especially for those who are coming from a tropical weather state like let’s say Miami and perhaps moving to Maryland. But just think about the weather conditions that you can encounter along the way. The same goes for those who are moving to a state that has cold winter weather and moving to a warmer state. You should always be prepared no matter what and one way in which you can be prepared in by keeping most of your winter clothing on your person instead of packed away in a box.

If you are driving your car to the new location during moving day, make sure to also have your car in good and drivable conditions just in case the roads may be challenging. You would also be doing yourself a favor if you were to pack a bag of emergency supplies which would include food, water, a flashlight and even a medicine supplies kit just in case you may not be able to drive any further because of the weather. Also, even before the movers come to your home, make sure to remove the snow from your walkways and driveways of your home to prevent accidents. Remember that if a representative from the moving company should slip and fall while helping you move, you would be responsible for his injury. Also there are some household items that cannot withstand the temperature of a cold moving truck.

Wood furniture is one of those items and it can be highly affected by cold temperatures. In order to save your furniture you should try wrapping them with special wood furniture wrapping that you may be able to purchase at the moving supplies store. Finally, if you are thinking about a way to tip your movers, then you may want to get them a hot beverage to warm them up during their trip.

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Moving equipment and products for your D.I.Y. moving project

Posted on February 25th, 2010 No Comments

Moving can definitely be a strain on your pocket and also your body. There are probably some of you out there who are probably still recuperating from your recent do-it-yourself moving project which saw you lifting and moving just about everything with the help from friends. If you want to spend the first few weeks basking in your new home rather than in bed riddled with pain, here are a few reasonably priced products that you can invest in.

Shoulder Straps
One of the best investments that you would ever make when thinking about a do-it-yourself move is purchasing a shoulder strap. Shoulder straps are designed to take the load off your shoulder especially when you are moving large furniture in your home. Most shoulder straps double as a dolly and are able to move everything from a large screen television to a washing machine. They are inexpensive and can move items up and down the stairs which make things much easier on your body when moving. When using the shoulder straps for moving, you should first get some assistance from a friend or two in order to make this moving process go smoother. The friends who are willing to assist you should also have shoulder straps on moving day as well.

It’s quite simple to use a shoulder strap but your lifting method could be detrimental to your body if you are not doing it right. If you have to move a large item like say a dryer for instance the best way to do so is to place the item between you and your friend. Don’t worry too much about the weight of the dryer because the shoulder strap would take on most of the weight as it can take on close to 800 pounds. What the shoulder strap would do is to elevate the dryer so that it is never touching the floor when moving. This is a good thing since you don’t have to worry about it destroying your floor especially if you have tiles.

Hand Trucks
Hand trucks work exceptionally well when you have to relocate your furniture and appliances on moving day. Not only is it designed to save you time when moving but it also allows you to move these heavy items without putting your back out. Without a hand truck one can easily have lower back injuries even if they are only lifting a moving box. Most hand trucks are made from steel or aluminum or even durable pipe frames. You can fit close to 600lbs on a hand truck which is also on wheels.

Back Brace
Finally, you would also want to invest in a back brace to assist with your moving project. Back brace can really save you some money at the chiropractor after moving day as it reduces the discomfort on the lower back when lifting heavy items and it also tapers abdominal support panels. It’s easy to wear as there are adjustable clips that would allow you to slide in and out of it well and it also comes with elastic suspenders.

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Reasons why you should move

Posted on February 24th, 2010 No Comments

You have a strong desire to move from your current location. Are you doing so for the right reasons? With job loss being a current trend and the economy being what it is today, you should keep in mind the old adage that says “if it isn’t broke, don’t fix it” when thinking about moving. In other words, it is best to stay where you currently live unless you are faced with the following situations and can financially afford to do otherwise.

One of the main reasons why people move is because of the lack of space. You may have welcomed a new member into the family equation and so this may turn out to be a congested situation especially if you already have three other children in the mix. With four children plus mommy and daddy, there is no way they can all feel that comfortable in a two bedroom home. Moving into a four bedroom is what you should aspire to especially if you want all the kids to have their own room and of course to have your space back with your spouse for entertaining guests or just recouping that “we time”.

Another good reason to move with kids to another city is to be able to get your children in better school than they currently attend. Since school placement is based on where you live your child may be selected to go to a school that you do not necessarily approve of or which may have a low success rating. Even before you move you should check out the schools in your new neighborhood and its success rate and standard of education that is offered.

Next on the list of reasons why a person should move is the issue of commuting to and from work. Jobs may be hard to find in your current city and you may have gotten lucky with your dream job which may be an hour away. Since no one enjoys a long commute to and from their job the best thing to do is to move closer to your new workplace. Before moving, ensure that you are over your probationary period and in permanent status at the job to avoid having to lose your job in the middle of organizing to move.

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