Moving News and Alerts

Football Players and Moving Companies Join Forces
Cantonrep.com - March 21, 2009
The annual “Muscle Move” is a collaboration with area moving companies who donated vans and drivers for the day. Several crews are making scheduled pick-ups at Canton-area houses where everything from sectional couches to beds and mattresses will be used for the YMCA’s transitional housing. The annual service project is Gardner’s third since arriving at Malone.....

Moving and Storage Company Closing for good
Abclocal.go.com - March 19, 2009
After three generations in the business, the Harris Moving and Storage Company is closing for good. Everything is being sold at auction starting Friday. With almost 70 years in the moving and storage business, it's no surprise that after time, many items that were stored were forgotten. Harris took us on a tour to show us some of the things that'll be up for auction like an antique table from the 1940s. "You have had some customers that have had stuff in our warehouse since 1957," Harris said. "To put a value on some of the things is very difficult to do," said David Runte with the Worstell Auction Company......

Moving Company Faces Fines and Suspensions
ABClocal.go.com - March 17, 2009
The Public Utiltiies Commission is looking into a Bay Area moving company with a long list of complaints on its record. It was just before their wedding. Roxanne and Doug Franco were moving from San Francisco to San Mateo. So, they were thrilled when "Better Way to Move" quoted them a price of just $440 for the entire move. "I thought great, we're going to do this move for like 500 bucks. That's amazing," Doug recalled. "For me, I've always moved with a U-Haul and a bunch of friends. So, to think wow I can finally not do all of that and have someone else take on all of the work" said Roxanne. The company emailed a rate quote saying it would take three men four hours to complete the job, and it would cost $440. But, on moving day the Francos were shocked with a bill that was four times higher..........

What to Know Before You Hire Movers
WECT.com - March 16, 2009
Last summer Trish Torkildsen needed a place to store her things until her new house was ready. She quickly found a moving company online, JYS Movers out of Florida. They promised to keep her furniture and boxes at a Wilmington storage unit, so she signed the moving contract and handed over her things. The movers signed a contract too, but for a storage rental. The unit was in JYS' name, not Trish's, at Carolina Storage in Wilmington. Trish never knew the location of the storage unit, she just knew her things were somewhere in town.........

Great Packing Solutions for Moving Day
ABClocal.go.com - March 13, 2009
It is moving day for Lyndsay Foat but the cardboard boxes are missing. "It is hard to find boxes in the city, so you use what you can," said Foat. She's right. There used to be boxes outside her home, but now they are sent to recyclers. They are too valuable to be given away. You can buy new boxes, but they run you anywhere from a couple bucks to $10 and more each. That's a lot of money for a self move, so that's why Lyndsay is bagging her belongings. "It is hard to, bags are uneven and you can't fit a lot of stuff, where as boxes are square and you can get more into them and stack things," said Foat. It was exactly that kind of dilemma that got Marty Metro thinking about boxes. "They are expensive when you have to go to a retail store to buy them. So I figured let's build a website sort of online dating service for boxes," said Metro...........

Moving Presidents - Celebrating Small Businesses
LoudonTimes.com - March 3, 2009
A Sterling-based moving company is tooting its own horn after it recently helped two former presidents – and political rivals -- relocate. The company also said it transferred items from the home (it didn't say which home) of former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton into storage. Included in the items, the company said, was the former president's desk, which followed him from Little Rock, Ark., to the Oval Office. During that time, the company has moved a slew of senators, congressman, cabinet members and several other presidential administrations without, the company said in a statement, “a political preference......

Moving Company Boss Fined For Illegal Worker
TheWhig.com - February 19, 2009
A local moving company operator learned the hard way that when the government says "no" to helping hands from the other side of the border, ignoring that warning will put the squeeze on your wallet. Raymond Vanbregt, 49, was fined $1,200 or 15 days jail in default after he pleaded guilty in Kingston's Ontario Court of Justice to violating the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act last year after he employed an American citizen even though he knew the person didn't have a permit to work in Canada...........

Hiring Professional Movers Can Prevent Accidents & Mitigate Costs
Processor.com - January 30, 2009
Data center managers can avoid similar relocation-related risks by talking with the equipment vendor, using the vendor when necessary, and seeking out a qualified mover in other instances. The following tips and information are designed to help data center managers find qualified movers and inform themselves of the risks and complexities of performing the move themselves. The farther the move, the greater the risks. ..............Moving equipment across town adds fire, theft, and data loss risks. If the data center orchestrates its own move, it should ensure that hardware and data backups do not travel in the same vehicle. “If anything happens to that truck, you have lost both equipment and data,” says Combs................

From mover to long snapper in the Super Bowl
TampaBay.com - January 29, 2009
Twelve weeks ago, Retkofsky was loading furniture into the back of a truck for a Moving Company in Fort Worth, Texas, making $12 an hour. "The last week I was there, I got a raise to $15," Retkofsky said. The Texas Christian grad, who had been cut by the Steelers twice in 15 months, was paying bills and trying to figure out what to do with his life when, on Oct. 26, Steelers long-snapper Greg Warren had his leg mangled while covering a punt against the Giants. A day later, Steelers personnel boss Kevin Colbert brought in Retkofsky and three other long snappers. Retkofsky won the job. "Honestly, I was at the point in my life where I didn't know what I was going to do or what would happen next," Retkofsky said. "I told myself I was............

Moving Company Owner Arrested
NyDailyNews.com - January 29, 2009
State police and FBI Agents found the 27 glittering but unfinished gold mementos - worth at least $250,000 - and an array of gems and jewelry in a safe-deposit box whose key was discovered in the home of moving company owner Sean Murphy, 44. Authorities allege Murphy was the mastermind of the June 6 heist at the E.A. Dion factory in Attleboro, Mass., where daring thieves disabled the company's alarm system and cut a hole in the roof. Murphy was arrested Friday on charges of larceny, breaking and entering and possession of burglar's tools, according to published accounts...........

Storage Units Take On Heavy Load
WBGJ7.com - January 28, 2009
You've heard of foreclosed homes, but how about foreclosed storage units? It's a similar concept and one that's happening more often. Renting out storage space hasn't ever been much of a problem. Though lately some local businesses have noticed more people leaving their stuff behind because they can't pay rent. "They are having financial difficulties or someone may have lost a job or afraid they're going to lose a job," says Bill Thompson of a Self-Storage facility. "I try to work with people as much as possibile...........

Moving Company Employee Beaten To Death
WashingtonPost.com - January 6, 2009
Three of four teenagers were charged with fatally beating a 56-year-old man over a cigarette in Bladensburg last May pleaded guilty yesterday to second-degree murder, State's Attorney Glenn F. Ivey said. The three, who were charged as adults, entered their pleas before Circuit Court Judge Beverly Woodard, authorities said. Marcus L. Williams, Regina R. Young-Bey and Calaisha L. Vaughn, all 15, admitted to fatally beating Aboubacar Camara. At the time of his death, Camara was a moving company employee........

Don't Give Up On The Home Team
TheLondonFreePress - January 5, 2009
It can be hard to get past the daily images in the media. Boarded-up houses. Foreclosure stickers on for sale signs. The big red arrow showing plunging home prices. But so much of the carnage in the housing market is happening somewhere else -- Las Vegas, Florida, even Vancouver. The London Home Builders' Association (LHBA) is concerned that all that bad news will spook some consumers in the housing market when the situation here is much less dire. LHBA president Tom Kerkhoff said the traditionally stable market.......

Fewer Americans Move Out of State
USAToday.com - Dec. 30, 2008
Moving companies are delivering fresh evidence that Americans' wanderlust is waning. Interstate moves dropped substantially this year over the previous year, according to two large shippers -- United Van Lines and Atlas Van Lines. Shipments were down more than 10% the first 11 months of this year, says Greg Joover, president and chief operating office of Atlas World Group. United expects to end the year down about 16% or 35,000 fewer shipments, spokeswoman Jennifer Bonham says.........

From Mover to Pro-Bowler
Projo.com - Dec. 21, 2008
The alarm rang at 5 a.m. and, as Sean Morey dragged himself out of bed to head off to work moving furniture, he thought: "Wow -- this is it. It's over." It was the fall of 2001, the NFL season was just beginning, and Morey wasn't playing, having been cut by the Eagles a few days earlier, at the end of training camp. He'd been a standout wide receiver at Brown, the best in school history. He'd been drafted in the seventh round by the Patripts in 1999, but spent most of his two years with New England on the practice squad. In the spring of '01 he'd gone to Spain, to play for the Barcelona Dragons in NFL Europe.....

Don't Be A Victim of Moving Scams
CNBC.com - December 12, 2008
Few tasks are more stressful than moving. But imagine how much more stressful it would be if you had to pay ransom to recover your kidnapped goods. Moving scams are out there - whether your movers lowball you on the estimate or tack on extra fees at the end - and you need to know how to protect your money and your belongings. Joe Ridout of top watchdog group Consumer Action offers these tips: 1. Make sure the mover is licensed in your state 2. All movers have somethign called a 'claim ratio,'...........

Standing Out in An Industry With A Bad Reputation
WSJ.com - November 20, 2008
I recently tried to find movers for an upcoming move, and the experience left a bad taste in my mouth. Some threw out so much moving industry jargon (like "binding estimates" and "released value"), I felt helpless trying to compare. Others seemed impatient with my questions. It didn't help that when I went online guidance, I mostly just read horror stories of people with bad moving experience, such as damaged belongings, movers didn't arrive on the day they were suppose to, or prices doubling the original estimate.......

Police Catch Illegal Movers
KPTV.com - November 19, 2008
Police cracked down on movers who are operating without valid licenses in a sting operation on Wednesday. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office teamed up with the Oregon Department of Transportation works to catch illegal movers who are trying to work without having proper certification. Police and ODOT have teamed up for similar sting operations a few times before and each time they find more people trying to conduct moving business illegally. In most cases, the crews advertised their services on Craigslist. A quick record check shows........

Do-It-Yourself Moving Tips
NorthFloridaNewsDaily.com - November 17, 2008
If you're one of the approximately 50 million American moving this year, you probably don't want to spend a fortune to get from point A to point B. With a little planning ahead, it's possible to execute a do-it-yourself move without breaking the bank. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 16 percent of all moves are work-related -- moving to find a new job or to be closer to a current job. Whatever your reason for moving, you don't have to pay a company to pack your belongings and transport them to your new home......

Moving Company Owners Killed in West Palm
WPBF.com - November 6, 2008
The owners of a West Palm Beach moving company were shot and killed Thursday Night in an apparent home invasion. Linda and Aaron Sampson were fatally shot at their home in the 3700 block of Australian Court at about 8:30 p.m. Police responding to a robbery call arrived at the home and found Linda Sampson shot dead and her husband, Aaron Sampson, suffering from gunshot wounds. Aaron Sampson was transport to St. Mary's Medical Center, where he later died. The victims owned Sampson's Moving & Storage Inc...........

Sunday was moving day
KHOU.com - October 27, 2008
The Red Cross has officially shut down its emergency shelter on Galveston Island. The relief agency helped house up to 700 people in the days following Ike. "When you don't have a roof over your head, you got to do what they want you to do," shelter resident Anthony B. Smith said. Up until today, Smith has called the Red Cross shelter at Alamo Elementary School home. Now he and 350 residents will go to a new state-run shelter. "It is always frustrating. You never know from day to day............

Moving Day For Hawaiian Families
KHNL.com - October 26, 2008
Some have called Kahana Valley "home" for decades, but a dispute with the state means six families can no longer live there. They have until Monday to move out and while time is running out, frustration for those families is running high. The mood in Kahana Valley is as gloomy as the weather for families that grew up there. "There are our homes, this is what we've lived for all our lives," said longtime resident, Ervin Kahala. Families spend this weekend packing up and preparing to move out.............

Moving Company Raises Fees, Holds Belongings Hostage
ChicagoTribune.Com - October 16, 2008
The contract Glenda Gardner signed with Baker Moving seemed crystal clear. The California-based company would pick up her belongings in Houston and transport them to Chicago for $1,580. The woman who gave her the quote over the telephone could not have been nicer, Gardner said. And the moving crew showed up at her Houston house right on time July 18. Gardner, on a tight budget and moving to Chicago to help her sick brother, said she paid Baker Moving a $474 deposit and then gave the driver $870 when he picked up her stuff. She was supposed to pay the remaining $236 upon delivery. But the move took an ugly turn.............

Boxes Bring Awareness to Breastcancer
StarNewsOnline.com, Wilmington, NC - October 14, 2008
Two Men and a Truck of Wilmington plans to raise awareness for breast cancer this month by coloring its standard moving boxes with a pink hue. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the pink boxes will benefit the Pink Ribbon Project of the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Foundation. It's the first time the local movers has offered the pink boxes which are available for $2 and $2.50 at the Wilmington Location........

Flood Benefits Run out for Indiana Families
abclocal.go.com - October 13, 2008
The families were forced from their homes by September floods and have been living in temporary shelters. Monday is moving day for the Schmidt family, who has been living at Merrillville's Comfort Suites since they had to leave their flooded home. "We knew this was the last day but we were trying to figure out where we were going. No one told us," said William Schmidt, the flood victim. The Schmidts are headed to a shelter in Gary that the state of Indiana and FEMA have set up for displaced families.......

Movers in Connecticut Are Shutting its Doors
Courant.com, Hartford,CT - October 12, 2008
Diesel still costs about 76 cents a gallon more than regular gas in Connecticut, according to AAA, averaging about $4.14 a gallon in the state on Friday. Federal energy officials expect diesel to cost significantly more than regualr gas well into 2009, especially as residents clamor for heating oil for the coming winter. This is affecting the moving industry. Amodo Moving Inc., a New Britain moving company, is auctioning its equipment in two weeks. Another moving company, Salka & Sons in Meriden, shut its doors this year, and a Canaan tanker-truck company, Hitchcock Bros., went out of business last year, said Mike Riley........

Beware of hurricane scams
Khou.com - September 13, 2008
Many hurricane victims will either need to move back into their homes or transfer their belongings to storage while repairs are being made. The Better Business Bureau warns consumers to use caution when choosing a moving and storage company after a natural disaster. Consumers should ask moving companies for customer references and estimates prior to choosing one. Many companies now offer binding estimates or guaranteed prices. If you do not obtain a binding estimate, there is no guarantee that the final cost will equal the estimate........

Moving company employee pleads guilty
Southbergenite.com - September 11, 2008
The owners of a Ridge Road candy store pleaded guilty to charges and were sentenced last week in a case stemming from the embezzlement of about $2 million. Edward Venick pleaded guilty to theft by deception. On Sept. 4, Venick was sentenced to five years in prison. He told Judge Kevin Callahan he took blank checks from a moving company in Kearny, where he was employed as an accountant, and cashed them to buy gifts for his girlfriend, Patricia Sickinger, and to keep Sweet Cravings afloat........

Pets did much better with Hurricane Gustav
Walletpop.com - September 9, 2008
New Orleans residents all did better this hurricane, including the dogs and cats. What happened last time around during Katrina to animals and their owners inspired some great changes. During Katrina, animals weren't allowed in shelters or buses leaving town. That gave pet owners two awful options: abandon their animals or wait out the storm with them. After Katrina, emergency workers owned up to the idea that since pets have become part of people's families, they better come up with plan than just leaving pets behind........

Making the mover right
Azcentral.com - Sept 6, 2008
When it's time to chose a mover, make sure you get the estimates in writing from the carries who have assessed, in person, everything that you'll be moving, says John Bisney, a spokesman for the non-profit American Moving and Storage Association. Don't rush, talk through the fine print and ask questions about anything you do not comprehend. If you receive a low bid on your move, make sure you analyze it to an even stronger degree. The web site, ProtectYour Move.gov, offers extensive information about your rights and moving company's responsibilities, especially for interstate moves.........

Moving Truck Is Missing
Azfamily.com - August 22, 2008
Long distance movers aren't rare these days. However, if it gets to the point of your things not arriving in three months, suspicion should arrise. A woman and her daughter do not know where their things are and now they've had to buy new clothes. Their furniture is missing and they've been sleeping on air mattresses because like the rest of their furniture, their beds are missing as well. Dawn Riggie and her daughter moved all the way from Virginia to Phoenix. They decided to hir Authorized Movers for their move.........

Police Warn Students While Moving In
WCCO.com - August 18, 2008
There is a warning be spread to students planning to move into homes and apartments around the University of Minnesota campus in the next few weeks. Labor Day weekend is moving day for most of them and police are saying for the following few weeks, crime in those neighborhoods could rise. All the leases are up on the 31 so everyone is basically moving all their stuff out and then getting ready to move into the houses according to Univeristy of Minnesota Junior Kirsten Fosse. Crooks see the students as easy targets and take advantage of their trusting nature.........

Moving company's estimator saves money and lives!
Canada.com - August 15, 2008
While a pot was lying a stove, buring, an elderly couple was fast asleep. Trevor Kennell arrived to the home expecting to do a moving quote for them for the moving companythat employs him. He knocked on the door and an elderly man opened with a cloud of smoke bursting through the door from behind him. Kennell was able to locate the stove and take the burning pan away from the heat. It wasn't before long that the West Vancouver Fire and Rescue team arrived to evaluate the home and ventillate it........

It's your move - what kind will it be?
Outandaboutnewspaper.com - August 14, 2008
There's a good chance you'll move several times in your life, and with each move, you'll find yourself in completely different circumstances. If you've never moved
with moving companies the amount of information you encounter can be overwhelming. When two households combine, whether it's a young couple moving in together, second marriages, or any other situation, -- essentially means two moves, increasing the complexity and cost. If you're using the same moving company for both moves, be sure to inform your mover. The extra pick-up charge is usually small, depending on the distance between the two locations..........

Renter asks his landlord to clean up the mess
Kbtx.com - August 11, 2008
Moving day turned into one big headache after another for Kevin Ford and John Wright. John said when he walked into the two bedroom apartment he found food in the refrigerator, inside the cabinets, and the stove was black and gross. There were dishes and dry food still in the dishwasher according to Ford. Ford and Wright took their problems to management. Although Ford said they agreed to send someone out to clean up the dirty apartment, he said management didn't think the mess was that bad.........

It's moving day for Iraqi interpreter
Baltimoresun.com - August 6, 2008
Today is moving day for Saad Ahmed, a wounded Iraqi interpreter who lost both his legs to a roadside bomb last year while working for the U.S. military. He was living in Prince George's County apartment that the Lutheran agency acknowledge was suitable. The nonprofit agency says he will see a doctor within a week and already has referrals to medical specialists. Saad Ahmed said it was beautiful, like a hotel. He also intends to become and American citizen with his sister as well..........

Avoid rip-offs when you move
CBS5.com - August 1, 2008
There's no limit to what a mover can charge for packing materials. So before you pack, make sure to ask not just how much it costs for the move, but about the cost of packing materials. Take these comparisons: a small cardboard box would cost about $3 retail, but a moving company could charge as much as $32 for the box, along with pacing. Bubble wrap may be charged for $40 instead of $4. If you don't ask, be prepared for sticker shock................

Local musician found dead in his moving company's office
AJC.com - July 31, 2008
Atlant police are investigating the murder of a local musician who was found beaten to death inside his Grant Park moving company's office. The victim was Danny Kahn, 59, he was singer and songwriter who got into the moving business in the 1970s. He used to do a lot of the moves by himself. As he got older though, he left the heavy lifting to workers as he got older. Kahn's body was found near his desk at his business..........

Unlicensed Moving Companies Sting
Kohd.com - July 23, 2008
An undercover operation in Bend has found several unlicensed and uninsured moving companies. Several movers were called to arrive to a home Wednesday morning looking to move someone and ended up being greeted by the Oregon State Police. They were movers who placed ads on Craigslist and the Yellowpages. There have been complaints made of movers actually having their property moved and not arriving at the location that it was destined for. Most of the time it ends up being sold to someone else or stolen........

Shooting at moving company
Local12.com - July 23, 2008
An armed robbery suspect ended up witha little more than expected today, two gunshots wounds, and a couple of broken arms. The suspect's wounds came from his own gun. The shooting occurred at a business on Elberon Avenue in East Price Hill. Shortly after 9:00 a.m., police say man identified as 21 year-old Ahmad Parker came into the business, pointed a gun and demanded money. The person he was pointing the gun at ended up being Raymond Palma, who seized the opportunity to take the gunman down once he turned his head to keep an eye on the other people in the office........

FMCSA Cracks Down on Movers
eTrucker.com - July 15, 2008
On July 9, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration promised that it will continue to target interstate moving companies that violate federal consumer protection and safety regulations. The FMCSA announced the results of a recent strike force investigation involving nearly 350 moving companies in over 13 states. The FMCSA said fraudlent interstate movers will face serious legal and financial consequences.........

How to Move It Without Losing It
Newsobserver.com - July 13, 2008
What people don't realize when they're about to go through the moving process are the rights you have throughout the move. The more you know about your rights -- and the better you plan your move -- the fewer problems you will have along the way. A good start is to begin by finding a moving company that has received a certificate from the N.C. Utilities Commission, Sad Carol Stahl, a director at the commission.......

A few tips to cut moving costs
sfgate.com - July 12, 2008
Declutter before the move, not afterward, so you're not paying to move things you won't use. Another good tip is to procrasinate if you can. It is less expensive to use a big moving company between October and April. If you are trying to to use alternative moving resources such as Craigslist, make sure to check references. Another clever tip is to try and use your own packing supplies and materials, moving companies will charge you extra to use theirs and the price of the total move will rise drastically.......

Minister bilked the IRS out of thousands
Dayton Daily News.com - July 9, 2008
A former Dayton resident who was accused of embezzeling from his employers was indicted on Wednesday, July 9, on 24 counts of tax evasion and failure to account for the money that was withheld from employees paychecks. The indictment alleges that John D. Bray, 48, a minister at a Trotwood church, withheld money from the paychecks of the moving companies' employess deposited the money into an account for himself rather than pay the money to the IRS. Bray was in charge of payroll for four moving companies........

New rules in place for movers
Kval.com - June 4, 2008
In-state movers must no follow some new rules designed to reduce confusion and eliminate problems. For one, they are required to provide a written estimate for every move, not just when the customer requests one. Along with that receipt, the mover must give you a moving guide. English and Spanish versions are available. Another important change: To get an operation permit, a moving company must have insurance for the household goods it carries........

Moving company documents found left in dumpster
CBS12.com - June 3, 2008
They say to always shred your documents when its time to dispose of them, that's something Charles Wheeler forgot to do. Building Owner Charles Wheeler explains he was cleaning out the moving company operation he used to own, he didn't think there any sensitive documents that were still inside. Meanwhile, CBS 12 crews found dumpsters full of files and paperwork with names, addresses, drivers licenses and even social security nmbers.....

Louisiana's Attorney General's Office looking into moving scams
WFAB.com - June 2, 2008
Louisiana Attorney General Buddy Caldwall says his office has found some scams by unscrupulous moving companies. 9NEWS broke the story with customers claiming a moving company was holding their furniture hostage. Attorney General Caldwall says because of the way the law is written, it's sometimes difficult to get proper jurisdictions involved, but he ads that there will be a full investigation........

Misconduct trial caused over a moving contract
Dailyherald.com - May 22, 2008
Gaven Elementary District 37 Board President Barbara Mende is on trial for official misconduct for allegedly splitting a $13,000 moving contract into two parts to avoid competitive bidding. She may have tried to save the school some money, but she might have bought herself some jail time instead. The district needed movers to take desks and other school furniture from a Lake Zurich school building where Gavin Central students were sent after Central was condemned back to the repaired Central. Mende faces up to five years in prison if convicted........

Airmen can now report damages online
AirForceTimes.com - May 16, 2008
Airmen may now use an online form rather than paper to report household goods that are lost, damaged or destroyed in an official move. The moving company airmen deal with should also give you information telling you how to file damage claims with the company. Under a new Defense Department policy, airmen will receive full replacement value rather than a depreciated value for damaged or lost goods, but they must file with the moving company rather than the Air Force.........

Moving Company Turns to Vegetable Oil
News14.com - May 14, 2008
In an effort to help save the world, CMTR Moving Services is converting its trucks to to vegetable oil. One truck has been converted and another moving truck will be changed in June. The economic difference between using diesel fuel and vegetable oil is huge. George Moore, operations manager of CMTR Moving Services says a 50-gallon tank would cost $250 on diesel and only $80 on waste vegetable oil. Waste vegetable oil that can easily be found in your local deep fryers throughout the obese United States........

Feds failing on consumer complaints about household movers
Citizen.org - April 24, 2008
The pending issue is a proposed rule for interstate household movers to report quarterly on the complaints consumers lodge with them about their performance. This rule was brought to the table by Congress which required the FMCSA to create in the 2005 highway bill, which was aptly titled, the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users. The Public Citizen filed comments against the quarterly reports stating their is insufficient detail in the report, ineffective enforcement as well as inadequate promotion........

Former Moving Company employee charged with thefts
Washington Post - April 9, 2008
Laureen E. Cooke, 24, former marketer for a moving company, was charged with 34 counts, including grand larceny, burglary, possession of a controlled substance and credit card fraud in the theft of items totaling nearly $200,000. According to an affidavit, Cooke was seen loading a plastic container into a moving truck near her apartment. Authorites say Cooke was employed by Move-It! Relocation Specialists in Leesbrug. The co-owner and manager of the company, Josh Devaughn said Cooke was not a staff member but had done some contractor work.

Unlicensed Movers Feel The Sting
KGW.com - April 4, 2008
The reputation of Unlicensed Movers continues to grow and has been noted by Oregon Police Authorities. Oregon Police issued over 60 citations.

Fuel Costs Continue To Rise
Business Report - April 3, 2008
Small-scale tranports firms, who manage from job to job, continue to fight to survive and stay in business as the price of fuel continues to escalate, they now must take in to account the distance of each job they encounter.

Helpful Clues to Pinpoint Bad Movers
Baltimoresun.com - March 21, 2008
The urge to move into your new home may stray you away from moving companies who may be trying to scam you. Here some helpful moving tips to avoid those movers who want to take advantage of you.

Weighing the Costs, Financial and Otherwise, of Staying vs. Moving
Washington Post - March 15, 2008
Hiring movers is expensive, but if you're moving locally, you can usually find individuals or small moving companies that would gladly move you for a fair ...

Moving Company Center Of State, Federal Investigation
KPTV.com - Portland, OR - March 15, 2008
State and federal agents are investigating the moving company Morton Van Lines, authorities from the Oregon Attorney General's Office said Thursday. ...

Woman Warns Of Moving Company Trouble
KPTV.com - Portland, OR - March 7, 2008
A woman who hired a moving company said they have failed to deliver her furniture, leaving her with an empty apartment in Beaverton on Thursday. ...

The effect of fuel prices over moving companies
The News & Observer - Raleigh, NC - March 5, 2008
The moving fuel surcharge rule affects about 85 percent of the moving companies across the state, said Pam Stanley, executive director of the NC Movers ...

SIRVA Signs Definitive Agreement with TEAM Group to Sell Moving ...
PR Newswire UK (press release) - London,UK - March 3, 2008
... managed by The TEAM Group ("TEAM"), Europe's leading corporate international moving company and a member of the Allied International moving network. ...

Auto Transport Truck Hits Railroad Trestle
Tyler Morning Telegraph - Tyler, TX - March 4, 2008
A vehicle fell from an auto transport truck passing on a bridge overhead after a crash on Texas Highway 31 this morning. An automobile transport truck ...

AUDIO: Mover warns about scams
Central Valley Business Times - Stockton, CA - February 27, 2008
Watch your local TV consumer reporter enough and you’ll see story after story about people who feel they were fleeced by moving companies. ...

Moving Companies Flaunting State Laws
WFtv.com - Orlando, FL - February 26, 2008
Moving companies must have a state registration that's listed on their ads. Action 9 couldn't find that in the company's ad or on the final bill, ...

Snowbirds Wanted: For Housing Recovery, Does Florida Need Out-of-Towners?
The Wall Street Journal -- Miami, FL - February 26, 2008
The Times-Union also cites statistics from United Van Lines, a national moving company, which said that in 2006, for the first time in three decades of record-keeping, the company moved more people out of the state than in. Although in 2007 the balance tipped back, the article says that those figures showed Florida had a big drop in “people moving.”

PODS, Inc., a leading provider of portable storage and moving solutions sold for $451.4 million
Dubai Time -- February 26, 2008
Arcapita acquires leading storage and moving company for $451.4 million

California Fiscal Foolishness
Intellectual Conservative - Phoenix, AZ - February 25, 2008
After all, according to impartial statistics from moving companies, (see first link above) California is already driving people away. ...

Mover Scammed Victims, Stole Belongings
TheWBALChannel.com - Baltimore, MD -- February 14, 2008
Several victims of theft asked the WBAL TV 11 News I-Team to help them track down their belongings after the owner of a moving company stole the items they paid him to store.

Should you have roommates?
University Daily Kansan - Lawrence, KS -- January 17, 2008
Have roommates or not to have roommates? That's the question many students are asking. With a wide range of benefits including cheaper rent, cheaper utilities, less housework...

Moving day for 26 Guadalupe families
Arizona Republic - Phoenix, AZ -- January 16, 2008
In one of the most economically challenged neighborhoods in Guadalupe, needy families are moving into brand new homes sponsored by the First National Bank...

Helping the homeless find a home.
Boston Globe - United States -- January 6, 2008
Stephanie Cotton-Snell did not give them a place to live, she gave them a sense of purpose. Since realizing the number of homeless woman in her community, Cotton-Snell has been teaching acting classes twice a week to the homeless...

New South Wales floods moving in, many moving out
New Zealand Herald - New Zealand -- January 6, 2008
As flood waters peaked, many moved out. The area, now declared a natural disaster zone, recorded an 18.1 flood peak, the second highest...

Moving Stress on Pets
By: Pat McCray -- January 6, 2008
You have moving stress, your kids have moving stress, and even your pets have moving stress. To help your pets along with this grueling process, make sure that...

The Transportation Business in 2008: What to Expect
By Eric J. Joiner, Jr. -- December 30, 2007
The biggest issue is obviously the cost of fuel. You should also take into account security, technology, and the ever growing advancement of the "green" movement...

Moving up at work can lead to multiple moves
Chicago Tribune - United States -- December 29, 2007
Sears Chairman Edward Brennan rose up the ranks quickly. But the moves up meant the moving on for the Brennan family. With over a dozen moves...
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Small Moving Projects Progress
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Pittsburgh, PA -- December 23, 2007
Amongst the large moving projects in Pittsburgh, smaller ones are sprouting up. Pittsburgh is an ideal location for residential neighborhoods...

Moving to a more central location
San Diego Union Tribune - United States -- December 22, 2007
Multiple law firms are moving near a highway in Carmel Valley because of its central location to San Diego's corporate business parks...
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The Top 12 Moving Scams of 2007
The Province - Vancouver, BC, Canada -- December 16, 2007
Over the past year, these moving scams have plagued the moving industry. You may notice some old classics, but keep your eyes out for some brand new ones...

A Day of Moving
Hospital News - Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- December 14, 2007
If you've moved your family before, you know how difficult it is. Now imagine that your family consists of hundreds of babies, seniors, and severely sick children and adults...

Moving advice for the simple home owner
Your Mortgage - London, UK -- December 13, 2007
Before you research for a mover, research the neighborhoods that you're looking to move in to...

Moving day for an vintage house
Petersburg Progress Index - Petersburg, VA -- December 12, 2007
They didn't want to see it torn down, so cutting it in half, shipping it out, and putting it back together later was the next best option...

New location but same old home
News & Observer - Raleigh, NC -- December 2, 2007
The new Blount Street development is under way and some older houses are being relocated to their new...
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Moving in December
Toronto Star - Ontario, Canada -- December 1, 2007
Although it may be easier to book a moving company in December, they usually charge more due to the inclement weather and...

Think about Fido when you move
Albany Democrat Herald - Albany, OR -- December 1, 2007
There are many things you need to worry about when you think of moving and your pets. One important tip that can help you get through this stressful time is...

The homeless move too
Seattle Times - United States -- December 1, 2007
The greatest move for the homeless is moving from the streets to an indoor residence. During the winter, time the homeless endure...
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Moving pets, plants, and kids
By Home Design Essentials (Pond Owner) -- November 27, 2007
When moving plants, make sure to stop watering them a few days before you move because dry soil is lighter than wet soil. You can make your life easier by just...

New Laws for Movers
Indianapolis Business Journal - Indianapolis, IN -- November 24, 2007
On December 31st, the decades of government mandated price rates will come to an end. This will lead to price cuts and hard times ahead for many moving companies across the country...

Moving a house
Transcontinental Weeklies, Quebec and Ontario Division -- November 24, 2007
They weren't moving to the house, the house was moving to them. After a June 2006 fire that devastated...

Make your move easier with these packing tips
Chicago Daily Herald - Chicago, IL -- November 17, 2007
Packing isn't just a skill, it's a science. When you pack correctly, you set yourself up for an extremely smooth move. These are some of the methods you should use...
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Humans move and so do bees
KHOU - Houston, TX -- November 14, 2007
Cullen College of Engineering bee keeper was given the job to remove 100,000 bees from the buildings walls. When honey started dripping from the walls...
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Moving in with a loved one can be hazardous to your health
CNN International - USA -- November 14, 2007
Just like moving to a new city, moving in with a loved one can be stressful and exiting at the same time. If you don't approach the situation correctly you could end up...

Helpful Pet Moving Services
RisMedia.com (press release) - Norwalk, CT -- November 14, 2007
Over 40 million people move each year, and more and more of them need help moving their pets. There are special pet moving services...

Not Moving? Improving is the Answer
News & Observer - Raleigh, NC -- November 14, 2007
With the rough real estate market, people are moving less and less. The sooner you realize that you're not moving anywhere, the sooner you'll realize that fixing up your current home is the next best option.

Even Jails Have A Moving Day
Gainesville Times - Gainesville, GA -- November 11, 2007
Moving prisoners is nothing like moving your family. To add extra precaution, the worst prisoner had to be moved individually, some wearing remote-activated electric stun belts...

Smooth Move for IHC Hospitals
ABC 4 - Salt Lake City, UT -- October 29, 2007
Cottonwood Hospital will close its doors permanently once the move is completely finished, but LDS will stay open and act as a full service community hospital...

Moving day for Glen Ellyn trough to make room for Christmas tree
Chicago Daily Herald - Chicago, IL -- October 24, 2007
The historic Glen Ellyn trough will be moved to make room for a 20-foot artificial Christmas tree as the new tradition goes. But no one knows if the trough will return...

Moving Your Pets
Real Estate In Victoria, BC. Canada -- October 21, 2007
Moving for pets may be even more stressful for the pets than it is for you. To ensure your put undergoes a smooth move, make sure that...

House Movers
National Post - Canada -- October 20, 2007
Sometimes it's better to move your already existing house that is full of memories as opposed to moving into a new house with no memories at all...

Moving made easier than ever
Prdomain Business Register (press release) - Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India -- October 19, 2007
Before, when moving, the process to change your address was long and difficult. Now with Siemens IT Solutions and Services, the process has been made much easier...

Ancient Greek Artifacts Undergoes a Big Move
Reuters - USA -- October 14, 2007
Movers began moving ancient treasures from the Acropolis down to a new museum at the foot of the hill...

Moving Day For Hyde County Government
WITN TV - USA -- October 12, 2007
Hyde County Government moves into the county's new Government Center. Aside from moving people, everything else must go as well; computers, equipment, and files all must be moved to the new government headquarters.

The price of moving
CNNMoney.com - USA -- September 24, 2007
The price of moving goes way beyond the money you'll spend for movers. There's a tremendous amount of stress that is associated with moving that many cannot handle...

The Dread with Retiring
Xinhua - China -- September 22, 2007
Every one loves to retire, but when it comes time to move you may not be financially set to support your dream retirement home...

Movers must show why they're worth it
What PC? - UK -- September 21, 2007
If you're a moving company, make sure you make it known why your moving services are superior to your competition's...

Moving Worries
Your Mortgage - London, UK -- September 20, 2007
When you think of problems with moving you often think of bad dishonest and lazy moving companies. But another huge worry is finding a new home to live in...

Moving Day for Thousands of Freshman
OSU - The Lantern - Columbus, OH -- September 17, 2007
5,000 students move into Ohio State University on its official move-in-day. The traffic is unbearable, the crying mothers are numerous, and the confusion is abundant...

A Hard Move Made Easy
Economic Times - India -- September 15, 2007
When planning for a move, doing the little things can really make a big difference. Having packing materials ready and making a checklist are only several of the things you can do to...

Corporate relocation can cause some problems
ERE Media - New York, NY -- September 5, 2007
When a corporation moves, it causes much stress amongst its employees. This stress causes them to feel that their employer does not care for their needs...

Elon University Students Move In
Burlington Times News - Burlington, NC -- August 24, 2007
Moving day has arrived at Elon University. Freshman Pam Richter is among the 1285 freshmen moving in...

Moving Options for People 55+
PR Web (press release) - Ferndale, WA -- August 24, 2007
Senior website Elder Options of Texas has added housing and moving services to their comprehensive referral list...

LaSalle and Temple University: Freshman Moving Day
6abc.com - Philadelphia, PA -- August 23, 2007
With some help from mom and dad, students from LaSalle University and Temple University engaged in a long time freshman tradition: moving day...

Lots of stuff - big moving ordeal
Arkansas Democrat Gazette - AR -- August 23, 2007
Whether you're a pack rat or just inherited a bunch of stuff, you need help moving and deciding what to get rid of...

Simple Tips to Help You Avoid Moving Scams
PR-Inside.com (Pressemitteilung) - Wien, Austria -- August 20, 2007
There are certain things that reputable moving companies do to ensure trust. When these things are non-existent then you should start asking yourself some questions. Here are some tips that you should follow to make sure that you're not getting scammed by a moving company...

Pets left behind on moving day annoy neighbors
St. Petersburg Times - St. Petersburg, FL -- August 20, 2007
Leaving your pets behind on moving day is not only mean to your pets, but your neighbors as well...

Moving Day Approaches For Students
The Daily Evergreen - Pullman, WA -- August 17, 2007
For first-time and returning students, moving back to college is always tricky. Pillows, blankets, shirts, shoes, TV, microwave, everything they'll need for the upcoming year needs to be relocated...

40 Days Late Plus Damaged Furniture Equals Terrible Move
WATE.com - Knoxville, TN -- August 15, 2007
USA Moving Services was hired by a South Carolina couple to do a move. The company subcontracted the job and disaster ensued...

Tulsa's Moving Day
KOTV - Tulsa, OK -- August 14, 2007
45 houses in Tulsa are planning on being moved. This is all part of a highway expansion project...

Back to College: Moving Tips
PR Newswire (press release) - New York, NY -- August 14, 2007
Going back to school can be both exciting and scary. Seeing your friends, going to parties, and having fun are all things to look forward to. Studying, homework, and moving back to school can all give you a headache. Here are some tips that can at least help you out with the stress of moving...

Packing up the elderly
Globe and Mail - Canada -- August 14, 2007
When senior citizens pack up to move, they're packing up a lifetime of memories. Some moving companies specialize in moving the elderly...

Vegas family subject to moving scam
KVBC - Las Vegas, NV -- August 10, 2007
It's very easy for you to get tricked by an unsuspecting moving company. This Las Vegas family found that out the hard way...

Getting your pets comfortable in your new home
HeraldNet - Everett, WA -- August 9, 2007
Moving to a new home is just as difficult for your pet as it is for you. There are a few methods one can perform to ensure...

Top Ten Ways To Prevent Moving Fraud
PR Newswire (press release) - New York, NY -- August 8, 2007
Before you jump the gun and hire a moving company, make sure you know how to prevent being scammed...

Moving into a door can empty your pockets
Monitor - McAllen, TX -- August 2, 2007
Moving to college can often incur a hefty price for parents. There are several things you can do to save time and money...

Moving: A Time When Pets Get Thrown Aside
Lawrence Journal World - Lawrence, KS -- July 22, 2007
Often when moving, owners leave there pets behind because they're lazy and inconsiderate. They care for only themselves and don't want to the bear the responsibility of…

An Unsmooth Move
Today's Zaman - Istanbul, Turkey -- July 23, 2007
A good moving day starts with a good moving company. Some Turkey residents were not so fortunate to choose the right moving company...

Moving The Easy Way
Sunday Mirror - UK -- July 22, 2007
There are plenty of things you can do to ensure an easy move. Here are a few useful tips that'll show you how to have a stress-free move...

Students angered with rent problems
Red and Black - Athens, GA -- July 19, 2007
Students are always excited with the prospect of moving out of their parents home and living on their own. But when...

Viking Bank offers loans for moving
SanJuanIslander.com - San Juan Islands, USA -- July 19, 2007
Moving can often be expensive. A local Viking Bank is offering moving loans for those who need help with moving costs...

Top 5 Packing Tips
RisMedia.com (press release) - Norwalk, CT -- July 18, 2007
Packing the right way can make all the difference on moving day. Here are 5 packing tips that can help relieve the stress...

Basic moving rules
Topeka Capital Journal - Topeka, KS -- July 17, 2007
Millions of Americans move every year. There are certain rule everyone should follow because they will save you from getting a headache...

RELO Direct Unveils New Relocation Program
RisMedia.com (press release) - Norwalk, CT -- July 10, 2007
RELO Direct announced a strategic relationship with Star Move AllianceSM, creating an easy one-stop moving solution...

H&R Block: Learn how to save money when moving
Emediawire (press release) - Ferndale, WA -- July 10, 2007
H&R Block will show you some easy ways to save money during your move through some important tax deductions...

8 moving company tips
The Consumerist - New York, NY -- July 10, 2007
Are you worried about your movers? Here are 8 tips that should help you get through the moving experience...

Avoid scams by hiring a reputable mover
Bloomington Pantagraph - Bloomington, IL -- July 10, 2007
It's easy to check up on your moving company. Just contact the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and they can help you...

Call The Department of Weights and Measures if you have moving problems
The Consumerist - New York, NY -- July 10, 2007
The Department of Weights and Measures is a government agency that is here to...

Moving company helps consumers with packing
PR Web (press release) - Ferndale, WA -- July 9, 2007
A moving company is going to give a free seminar to educate home owners how to have a successful move...

Movers caught on tape
New Zealand Herald - New Zealand -- July 8, 2007
TV consumer watchdog show Target secretly filmed a mover stealing from the home owners who hired him...

Beware of Common Broker Scams
Press-Enterprise - Riverside, CA -- July 5, 2007
Looking toward the web is a no-brainer when it comes to picking a moving company, but don't be fooled by flashy sites and...

Useful tips for downsizing and relocating
Queens Courier - Bayside, NY -- July 5, 2007
Moving for seniors is often a very stressful task. Here are some tips to help them...

Moving your house: A new common practice
Seattle Post Intelligencer - Seattle, WA -- July 4, 2007
One moving company is looking to move homes that are in threat of being demolished...

Moving day for the sick and ill
KVUE - Austin, TX -- June 30, 2007
When Dell Children's Medical Center opened for business, a number one concern was moving the patients from the now closed Children's Hospital of Austin...

Moving day for teachers
Hamilton Journal News - Hamilton, OH -- June 27, 2007
Teachers are packing up and working hard to create a district transformation...

Tips for moving your pets
Easier - Chester, UK -- June 25, 2007
Preparing a few days before the actual move is one tip that is a "must follow" if you want your move to go smoothly...

Involve your kids in the moving process
Colorado Springs Gazette - Colorado Springs, CO -- June 18, 2007
The prospect of a new home, a new neighborhood, and making new friends are scary thoughts for a young child. "No Friends" by James Stevenson...

Moving day and your kids
SunJournal.com (subscription) - Lewiston, ME -- June 17, 2007
Here is some advice on how to handle your kids throughout the moving experience. The book "How to Survive a Move" discusses...

A stressful mover made easy
Kiplinger.com - Washington, DC -- June 14, 2007
The price of moving can add up to a scary number. A do-it-yourself method is usually the cheapest way to go but...

A slow busy season for movers
Savannah Morning News - Savannah, GA -- June 12, 2007
It's the busiest month in the "moving year," but moving companies are feeling the effects of high fuel prices and sluggish housing markets...

Movers fight back against charges
eTrucker -- June 12, 2007
The American Moving and Storage Association fights for charges to be dropped against several moving companies who...

87 % of home movers against HIPS
Property News - London, England, UK -- June 06, 2007
According to recent studies, a massive 87 % of home movers are completely against the controversial scheme known as HIPS...

You're moving! Have you forgotten about me?
Canada NewsWire (press release) - Canada -- June 07, 2007
"There are many reasons why pets are abandoned. But, without a doubt, the greatest number of pets are abandoned during the moving period," said...

Tips for a successful self-move
Cherokee Sentinel - Murphy,NC -- June 06, 2007
The process of self-moving can be intimidating, particularly for people whose move will take more than one day. Anticipating problems beforehand is often a...

Make your move a breeze: tips and tricks from Laurentian Bank
Canada NewsWire (press release) - Canada - June 05, 2007
Moving can be stressful on your family pets too and thus require a certain degree of preparation. Give your beloved pet time, don't change its habits...

GAO: Consumers Still Held Hostage by Movers
Consumer Affairs - USA -- May, 16 2007
A federal report finds that although there have been improvements, consumers are still being ripped off and “held hostage” by interstate movers...

The Stubblebine Company sells 88000 SF at 255 Andover Street in ...
Boston/SF - Waltham, MA -- May, 14 2007
The Seller, Graebel Movers LLC is an internationally-recognized moving company that specializes in both personal and professional relocation services...

Greensboro Chamber Announces Business Award Winners
Carolina Newswire (press release) - NC -- May, 10 2007
Mitchell Brothers Moving started as a small part-time moving company in 1986. Since the beginning Mitchell Brothers Moving has made a profit every year...

Two Men And A Truck® Helps UTC Clear The Clutter
The Chattanoogan - Chattanooga, TN -- May, 9 2007
“We pride ourselves on not only being a moving company, but a company of movers who care. Each year we make a commitment to give back to the community as...

Gas: $3 a gallon and rising
Denver Post - Denver, CO -- May, 5 2007
Some moving companies are charging 10 percent to 12 percent surcharges on their services. Those charges could go as high as 18 percent if gas prices reach...

Can a moving company and loft apartments co-exist?
Cumberland Times-News - Cumberland,MD,USA -- May 2, 2007
CUMBERLAND - In 1994, Matt Alexander took over Klavuhn Moving & Storage - Mayflower Agency and has helped expand it into one of the nation's largest movers...

Movers settle class action suits with OOIDA, drivers who leased on
The Trucker - USA -- May 1, 2007
CHICAGO (May 1, 2007) — Moving company parent corporation SIRVA Inc. said today that it has reached a settlement in a pair of class action lawsuits filed by...

SIRVA Signs Definitive Agreement With TEAM Relocations to Sell ...
PR Newswire (press release) - New York,NY,USA -- March 15, 2007
The company has grown substantially during the past decade through the acquisition of Europe's best known regional moving companies, including Amertrans...

Avoid moving scams with a new govenment website
U.S. Department of Transportation - Washington D.C. -- June 27, 2005
This site gives consumers the key to a successful move: It helps them avoid scams before they get started…