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I Moved From Maine to Georgia and Paid $1,100 Less

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha Welles, ME → Athens, GA Lori C.February 2024JK Moving I was quoted $8,800 Four-bedroom home I actually paid $7,700 $1,100 under quote Distance 1,090 mi Long-distance, interstate I compared two quotes before I hired JK Moving for my Maine to Georgia move. My final bill came in […]

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My Texas to California Move with Berger Allied

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha Austin, TX → Los Angeles, CA Stephanie B.December 2023Berger Allied I was quoted $4,000 Binding estimate, 3,500 pounds I actually paid $4,000 Exactly my quote, though it weighed more Distance 1,300 mi Delivered in nine days I requested nine quotes for my Texas to California move before […]

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Lowe’s Truck Rental Review: Pricing and Services

Here’s the bottom line: Lowe’s Truck Rental is a good fit for a small local move or a home improvement haul, with rentals starting at $19 for 90 minutes at participating stores. Lowe’s rents a ¾-ton pickup, a high-top cargo van, and a 12-foot box truck, but every rental is local only, first-come, first-served, and […]

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My $2,900 Connecticut to Ohio Mayzlin Relocation Move

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha Hamden, CT → New Albany, OH Jana B.January 2024Mayzlin Relocation I was quoted $2,800 400 cubic feet, 2,800 pounds I actually paid $2,900 $100 over, for extra packing supplies Distance 622 mi Delivered in five days I got two quotes for my Connecticut to Ohio move, $2,800 […]

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My Florida to Tennesse Move with Bellhop

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha Parrish, FL → Chattanooga, TN Madisen C.February 2024Bellhop I was quoted $3,600 Two bedrooms, an office, and a pottery studio I actually paid $2,200 After a $1,400 damage reimbursement Distance 615 mi Long-distance, interstate I compared four quotes before I hired Bellhop for my Florida to Tennessee […]

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Coleman Worldwide Moving Review: Costs & Feedback

Here’s the bottom line: Coleman Worldwide Moving is an Allied Van Lines agent based in Midland City, Alabama, with 50+ company-owned offices in 22 states. The company has operated since 1914 and holds an A+ Better Business Bureau (BBB) rating, but a 1.5-star Trustpilot score reflects complaints about missing and damaged items. Our Coleman Worldwide […]

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A-1 Auto Transport Review

Here’s the bottom line: A-1 Auto Transport, Inc. is an auto broker that offers competitive rates thanks to their network of more than 30 partner carriers. They offer specialty shipping for freight vehicles, heavy machinery, motorcycles, luxury cars, and even yachts. A-1 Transport vets all auto shipping companies they recommend, but we also recommend double-checking […]

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Best 24-Hour Access Storage Units (2026 Review)

Life never slows down and, sometimes, you’ll find yourself needing to grab something out of your storage unit at 2 a.m. Unfortunately, most self-storage facilities have posted hours when their units can be accessed and, most of the time, these are during normal business hours. When business hours just won’t fit your storage needs, it’s […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Snowbird Auto Transport

No one likes the cold of the winter months, but being in Florida or California without your vehicle is also not ideal. If you’re lucky enough to spend the cold months in a different state, then you likely want to look into snowbird auto transport services to ensure you have your vehicle with you when […]

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