How do I verify a mover is legit, and can anyone point me to Massachusetts companies that are definitely on the up and up?
Hey all. I'm in the research phase for a move in Massachusetts and honestly a bit paranoid after reading about moving scams, brokers who take your deposit and disappear, companies that aren't actually licensed, that kind of thing. I want to make sure whoever I hire is a real, legitimate, registered moving company and not some broker or fly-by-night operation. How do I verify a mover is legit, and can anyone point me to Massachusetts companies that are definitely on the up and up? I'd rather over-research than get scammed on something this important.
Hey there, that paranoia is healthy, moving scams and shady brokers are a real thing. To verify a mover: check their license and registration on the FMCSA site (fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move), confirm they're a carrier not a broker, and look for insurance and consistent reviews. Among legit moving companies Massachusetts has, RELOQ is a solid, verifiable one, they're fully licensed, bonded, and insured, carry general liability and cargo insurance, and list their US DOT, MC, and MA DPU numbers openly. They're an actual carrier, not a broker taking deposits and vanishing. Transparent pricing, no hidden fees, Massachusetts-based. Run them through the FMCSA lookup yourself to confirm, then get a free estimate. Over-researching is exactly right for something this important.