Matthew Copes

In September of 2022, Katie, her husband, and their toddler moved from Chicago to Durham, North Carolina.

In the spring of 2022, Chandra was accepted into Cornell University. The news was cause for celebration, but it meant that she and her son would have to make the 800+ mile trek from Athens, Georgia to Ithaca, New York. After considering a few of the service providers on our best interstate moving companies and […]

Ross recently moved from Norristown, Pennsylvania to Cordova, Tennessee to start a new job.

Ryan and his family moved from Portland, Oregon to Westlake, Ohio in early June 2022. Ryan considered his options and compared movers for nearly a month before hiring ABF U-Pack to move his household goods and Mr. Car Shipper to transport his vehicle. Rated the highest overall value among our Best Moving Container Companies, U-Pack […]

Here’s the quick answer: Moving insurance, although optional, is essential for protecting your belongings during a move. Some other things you should to know: Extra moving insurance is not required, but standard valuation coverage from movers often falls short, providing minimal reimbursement For comprehensive protection against potential damage, loss, theft, or disasters, consider purchasing third-party […]

After graduating from medical school, Ryan moved from Glendale, Arizona to Wilmington, Delaware to start a new job. He spent nearly two weeks researching movers and getting quotes before deciding to use Safeway Moving. To help those planning a move like his, Ryan agreed to participate in our Better Moves Project by documenting and sharing […]

Mary and her partner moved from Austin, Texas to New York City in late May of 2022. Because she’s a remote worker, Mary was finally able to turn her dream of living in the Big Apple into a reality. After researching and vetting movers for nearly two weeks, Mary hired International Van Lines (IVL) to […]

Even the best moves can be stressful and exhausting. For peace of mind, nothing is more important than hiring a top-notch mover when relocating to a new home or apartment. Whether your moving experience was positive or negative, writing a lengthy review may seem like a waste of time. However, spending a few minutes reflecting […]

Local and interstate moves are rarely a walk in the park. Add in foreign bureaucracies, new languages, and living away from established comfort zones, and international moves can be even more trying. Some simple ways to streamline your move include downsizing ahead of time and making a pre-move checklist, but nothing is more important than […]