Avoiding moving scams Annapolis MD

Moving company scams can cost you a lot of money and spoil the excitement of getting a new home, so know what you can do to protect yourself.

Local Companies

D&E Piano Movers Inc
(410) 789-8760
5191 Raynor Ave
linthicum, MD
Coastal Mini Storage
(410) 799-7733
7120 Old Waterloo Rd
Elkridge, MD
Kane Company
(410) 799-3200
6500 Kane Way
Elkridge, MD
Moody Movers Inc
(410) 540-9399
6360 S Hanover Rd Ste F
Elkridge, MD
Office Movers Inc
(410) 799-3200
6810 Deerpath Rd
Elkridge, MD
Fidelity Residential Solutions Inc
(410) 263-6022
222 Prince George St
Annapolis, MD
Business Relocators Inc
(410) 679-7135
1226 Pulaski Hwy
Edgewood, MD
Harborside Relocation Mgmt
(410) 828-4260
312 E Pennsylvania Ave
Towson, MD
Lynn Realty Associates Inc
(301) 372-1975
12210 Crestwood Ave S
Brandywine, MD
Bridgestreet Corporate Housing
(410) 296-0900
1421 Clarkview Rd Ste 200
Baltimore, MD

provided by: 

Moving can be one of the most stressful times in your life. There are usually a great deal of memories and a considerable amount of money at stake, so the last thing you want to deal with is getting scammed. Here are some tips to follow so you can avoid getting ripped off when you move from one home to the next.

Check references
If you heard of a moving company from your real estate agent, chances are his or her other clients have used the same service and have been pleased. You may also want to ask for references directly from the company so you can see how satisfied other customers have been with the movers. If you are unsure about a certain moving company, it may be a good idea to check into your local chamber of commerce, as well as a community organization that specializes in relocation to see if there have been any complaints or reports of moving company scams. Another good resource is your local police department. An officer should be able tell you about any recent scams or what to look out for when contracting a mover to transport your belongings.

Be cautious
If you have found a moving company that you are interested in contracting for your move, here are a few things to consider: Do they give a local address? Did they give you an estimate for moving over the phone? Does the company require a large deposit? Are there company vehicles or generic rented trucks? All of these things can be red flags! Reputable moving companies should be able to give a local address and phone number, and your estimate should be given once a representative of the company has seen the size and the amount of furniture you have. You should also try to avoid paying movers until the move has been completed and the company should have their own vehicles with company logos, rather than trucks rented from another company. Another good idea is to look into licensure and insurance information, as well as consumer advocacy groups before you contract a company for your move.

Know your rights
If you feel you have been scammed, ripped off or treated unfairly by a moving company it is your right to react appropriately. A good place to start is with your local police department and chamber of commerce. It is also a good idea to report any scams or unsatisfactory activity to the Department of Transportation by calling 1-888-DOT-SAFT. Doing so can help recover your money or your belongings, as well as help protect other consumers from moving scams.

Published on January 30, 2007

Read full article at realestate.com

Featured Local Company

D&E Piano Movers Inc

The best in the business

4107898760
5191 Raynor Ave
linthicum, MD
www.dandepianomovers.com

Professional Piano Movers - Servinf Baltimore, DC, VA and surrounding areas.


Rss   Delicious   Digg   Add To My Yahoo   Add To My Google   Bookmark   Search Plugin

Topics:
Advertising Family Home Services Real Estate Resources
Business Services Fashion Industrial Goods & Services Retail & Consumer Services
Career Financial Services Insurance Software
Cars Food & Beverage Internet Technology
Computer Hardware Franchise Legal Telecommunications
Construction Health Miscellaneous Trade Shows
Education Holidays Nightlife Travel
Entertainment Home Appliances Online Database Weddings
Environmental Home Electronics Pets World History