Tuesday, February 12, 2013

How to Avoid a NY Moving Scam

So you have decided to move and you are now searching online for the best movers in nyc only to find a million and one companies. Well here is a breakdown of what to look for and what to know when selecting a moving company.

1. The Hostage: After an original estimate you get all the extras added later.


2. Bait and Switch: Being held hostage after being told one thing and getting something later.


3. Trumped Up Charges - You cannot figure out what they are referring to in regards to technical terms eg. cubic feet, estimated cubic fee, actual cubic feet 


4. The Late Delivery: Your Move was grouped with others or the truck was taken off the road while your furniture is stuffed in a storage facility for an undetermined time.

5. Do Not Give Deposits. Your furniture is your deposit. Any reputable nyc moving company does not ask for a deposit!


6. Do Not Sign a Partial Moving Contract or Skinny Contracts. Review the contract with the mover and someone you know and trust and complete the entire contract.

7. Avoid Front Companies: Search online for the location of the moving company. Make sure they have a real location with a real address so that your project is not sourced to another mover.


9. Do not Pay with Cash. You need a copy and proof of your items and personals. Without record of your payment you have no proof.



This video was featured on Today's Real Estate where Barbara Corcoran breaks down a few things to beware of when selecting a moving company.

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