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1. www.bbb.org › article › news-releasesKnow Your Mover: BBB study reveals scammers price gouge, take ...

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   Jun 30, 2020 · Consumers can read movers’ customer complaints and reviews to look for overcharging and delivery problems. BBB works to filter out fake reviews.

2. www.usatoday.com › moving › moving-company-scams6 Most Common Moving Company Scams - USA TODAY

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   Aug 22, 2024 · Moving scams are unfortunately more common than many people realize, and finding a trustworthy mover can feel like tiptoeing through a minefield. In 2022, 15,198 complaints were filed with the...

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3. www.reddit.com › r › ScamsCurrently being scammed by a moving company : r/Scams - Reddit

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   Here's what I sent: https://imgur.com/uNuvf0A. They respond by threatening with a lawyer, repeating that no credit cards are accepted, that the storage fees are accumulating, and insist that they are a "legit moving company". https://imgur.com/2m25S1s.

4. www.bbb.org › 16917-bbb-tip-moving-scamsBBB Scam Alert: Moving scams - Better Business Bureau

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   Apr 19, 2024 · Unfortunately, there are moving scams that take advantage of people needing help with a move. Read our tips to avoid falling prey to a shady business.

5. www.move.org › how-to-tell-moving-company-scam5 Ways to Tell If a Moving Company Is a Scam - Move.org

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   • It isn’t licensed through the FMCSA. Did you know there is a federal agency that tracks and regulates the trucking industry? It’s called the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and it keeps tabs on the moving industry because moving companies use trucks.
   • It charges customers more money than they agreed to. If most customers report that a moving company charged them far more money than they agreed to, it could mean the company is a scam.
   • It claims to charge by cubic foot. This is actually one of the most common moving scams. Reputable moving companies (especially interstate movers) charge you based on the weight of your shipment, not how many cubic feet of space it would take up in a moving truck.
   • It asks you to pay or sign a moving contract before it does an in-home estimate. Real moving companies won’t ask you to sign anything or pay them a dime until they do an in-home estimate to accurately assess how much your shipment will weigh.

6. www.forbes.com › dealing-with-moving-company-scamsHow To Handle Moving Company Scams - Forbes

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   Mar 15, 2024 · Here’s what to do if scammed by moving company, including how to file a complaint against a moving company.

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   What are the most common moving scams?

   • Scammers prey on the stress and urgency of moving, luring unsuspecting customers with promises of low prices and exceptional service. Common moving scams include lowball estimates, hidden fees, hostage shipments, fake companies, high upfront deposits, and blank or vague contracts.

   6 moving company scams and how to avoid them - USA TODAY

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   Are moving companies a scam?

   • While there are valid reasons for a company to raise your price (e.g., your move takes longer than anticipated or you have more stuff to move than you disclosed), excessive price increases and hidden fees are indicative of moving scams. Customer reviews aren’t always the best sources of information.

   5 Ways to Tell If a Moving Company Is a Scam - Move.org

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   Are Independent Mover review sites a scam?

   • So-called independent mover review sites also may post fake positive write-ups for the moving scammer. Fraudulent moving company representatives initially are friendly and helpful on the telephone. However, when problems arise later, company staff cannot be reached.

   Know Your Mover: BBB study reveals scammers price gouge, take

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   Are there moving scams in Florida?

   • Many moving scams engaged in substandard business practices are located in Florida. The Office of Florida’s Attorney General has been active in bringing lawsuits against such enterprises. In 2016, Florida settled with All My Sons Moving and Storage.

   Know Your Mover: BBB study reveals scammers price gouge, take

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   What is a fake moving company?

   • In some cases, the moving company may even threaten to sell or dispose of the items if the customer refuses to pay the additional fees. A fake moving company can have what appears to be a legitimate business platform. Anyone can create a website, a business logo and reviews from “customers.”

   6 moving company scams and how to avoid them - USA TODAY

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   Where are moving scammers located?

   • Although Florida seems to be home to the largest number of moving scams, other enforcement actions have found moving scammers physically located in California. But at least one scammer was in Maryland and some may be located in other cities. Evidence shows that many of these moving scammers are Israeli nationals operating from Florida.

   Know Your Mover: BBB study reveals scammers price gouge, take

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8. www.movingfeedback.com › 7-ways-identify-scamAvoid Moving Scams: 7 Warning Signs for Safe Relocation

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   Jun 19, 2024 · Learn to spot moving scams: review positive reviews, ensure insurance coverage, check associations, demand quality service and transparent contracts. The packing, moving, and unpacking of your belongings during the relocating process can be chaotic, tiring, and stressful.