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Managing Moving and Storage Risk: Why Insurance Matters
When things go wrong, they can go very wrong. Moving and storage insurance provides protection against worst-case scenarios as well as the smaller disasters that can occur. A recent warehouse fire highlights why it’s important to manage moving and storage risk with solid coverage. The Gosselin...
5 Often-Overlooked Moving Exposures
Every move involves risks. The U.S. Census Bureau says that people in the U.S. move an average of 11.7 times. That’s 11.7 chances for something to go very wrong. Careful planning can help you avoid some of these mishaps, but only if you know what the risks are. You may know that items are...
What Is the Average Cost of Moving?
One question that often comes up when relocating or moving houses is: “What is the average cost of moving?” The answer to that question depends on many factors. We’ve researched the major ones, and here’s the full report. How Complex Is Your Move? When considering the cost of moving houses, it’s...
Moving Company Insurance Coverage: Nine Things to Know Before You Buy
You shouldn’t drive without car insurance or own a home without homeowners insurance, and you shouldn’t move without third party moving insurance coverage. A lot can go wrong during a move. Even with the most careful and responsible movers, the very nature of the moving process puts your...
Factors to Consider When Moving to a New City
Saying sayonara to your humble abode in search of new opportunities and a change of scenery? You’re not alone—the average American moves eleven times in their lifetime. Finding a new city to live in comes with inherent challenges, but it doesn’t have to be a triathlon of how much stress you can...
Moving Insurance: Never Move Without It!
Planning to move soon? Moving to a new place can be an adventure and an ordeal. There are several unique risks to take into consideration when planning out your move. Take Gina for example. She owned many antiques including a rare display cabinet which was a coveted family heirloom. As you would...
Why Smart Movers Use Home Warranties
The process of purchasing and moving into a new home can be an overwhelming task. Home buyers often purchase and move into homes without knowing the underlying risks that accompany the property they buy. In a red-hot real estate market, supply-chain issues and shortages can amplify these risks and...
How to Buy an Energy Efficient Home
An energy efficient home is good for the planet and your bank account. ENERGY STAR says that energy efficient home improvements could cut your utility bill by as much as 20%. That’s a huge savings, and it’s one you can feel good about. If you’re shopping for a new house, it’s the perfect...
How Has the Pandemic Impacted Moving? A Look at the Trends
People have been asked to stay at home to help stop the spread of coronavirus – but what if they need to find a new home? The pandemic has complicated many aspects of life, including moving, and both residential and office relocations have been impacted. Coronavirus Prompted Moves There have been...
Moving Insurance: Everything You Need to Know
Why does someone need moving insurance? Moving insurance is needed to protect the transported shipment or specific items in case of any loss, whether physical damage or shortage. Moving insurance is the proper type of coverage in case the service provider (the mobile storage company, moving...