You can reduce the cost of your move by doing your own packing.
"Consider a ""you pack, we drive"" arrangement, in which you pack boxes, and the moving company loads, moves, and unloads your belongings."
Always demand a written contract covering all the details of the service.
"The contract should include:
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"Get estimates from several moving companies. It is free, so take advantage of it."
"When getting an estimate, make sure to mention all the items to be moved for an accurate assessment."
Don’t rush to book with the company that gives you the lowest estimate.
"It'll be easy to discard high estimates but should you receive an estimate that is substantially lower than the others, inquire as to why."
"When tipping the movers, it is best that you compensate each one separately to acknowledge the hard work by everyone involved in the relocation."
"In many cases, you can deduct some of your moving expenses from your taxes."
For more information on how to deduct your moving expenses from your taxes please read Moving Guide -> Financial Issues
"Basic Carrier Liability is a minimum coverage required by law. Under this option, the mover assumes liability for no more than 60 cents per pound per article, and this option is free."
To learn more about Basic Carrier Liability read Moving Guide->Moving Insurance Tips
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