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Long-Distance Moving Guides: Everything You Need to Know Before You Book
Straight answers about long-distance moving — how it works, what to watch for, and what actually matters. Written by a licensed carrier, not a copywriter guessing.
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FAQ
Common questions about movers, brokers & coverage
Quick answers — with links to the full guide for each topic.
What's the difference between a moving company and a broker?
A licensed carrier owns its trucks and employs the crew that shows up on move day. A broker doesn't move anything itself — it collects your information and resells the job to whichever carrier bids on it that week, so you often don't find out who's actually coming until a few days before pickup. Read the full guide →
How do I check if a mover is actually licensed?
Look up their USDOT number on the free FMCSA SAFER database — it takes about 5 minutes and shows whether their operating authority is active. Full step-by-step guide →
What's the difference between released value and full value protection?
Released value is the free, included coverage — it pays $0.60 per pound if something is damaged, regardless of what the item is actually worth. Full value protection covers the real replacement cost. Compare both in detail →
Is a large deposit before I book normal?
A reasonable deposit to hold your move date is normal. What's not normal is a large deposit disguised as a "binding fee" or "origin fee" with no clear estimate behind it — that's one of the most common broker red flags. See all the red flags →