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There are many kinds of moving fraud – deliberately low-balling an estimate to later ask for more money, withholding customer belongings unless they pay significantly more than the quoted price, or knowingly assigning a false weight to a shipment, to name a few.
Filing a...
When your move is complete, it’s important to take inventory to ensure all your belongings are where they should be. If you realize there is a problem, the FMCSA is here to help. Take the following actions to ensure you stay protected and get everything you’re entitled to.
...Hiring help for your move comes with important terminology to understand. One of the most critical differences is between movers and brokers, along with the requirements for working with a broker. The information below explains what you need to know.
What’s the difference between a...Interstate movers must be registered with the Federal government and have a U.S. DOT number. Use our search tool to confirm your mover is registered.
Search the Mover DatabaseInformation you can review includes:
The location of the moving company's headquarters...Overview page for the resources and regulations section
Moving Fraud Prevention Guide
Your Rights and Responsibilities Brochure
Broker's Small Entity Compliance Guide for Broker Operations.
This is the Russian version of the Protect Your Move checklist.
This is the German version of the Protect Your Move checklist.