Home Bay is committed to making your next move your best one yet. We’ve created moving resources to help you plan and navigate your big move, whether you’re hiring a company or renting a truck and doing all of the work yourself. We update our ultimate moving guide frequently as we add new resources.
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Read on to discover everything you need to know about moving. Or, if you’re ready to book a move, we can help you save time by matching you with the best movers for FREE. Answer a few simple questions to find movers near you now.
💡 Tips and advice for your move
Moving is stressful, but experienced movers and industry experts know how to alleviate some of the pressure with the right prep work. Check out our guides for advice on how to handle key decision points whether you’re getting ready for your move, or settling into your new home.
- 5 Best Long-Distance Moving Companies
- Are Moving Expenses Tax Deductible? (Updated for 2024)
- How To Move Out of State on a Budget
- How Much To Tip Movers (2024 Data)
- Moving Insurance: What Kind of Coverage Do I Need?
- Moving to Another State? Use This Checklist
- The Ultimate Moving Checklist: 13 Steps for a Stress-Free Move
- What Is a Moving Broker?
- What’s The Best Time To Move? It’s Complicated
📦 Packing guides
Learn about the best methods and supplies for packing to make the most of your cargo space and reduce the chance of breaking items during your move.
- 9 Best Moving Boxes to Buy in 2024
- How to Move a Refrigerator in 6 Steps
- How to Pack Clothes for Moving: Space-Saving Tips
- How to Pack Shoes for Moving: Top 4 Methods
- How to Throw Away a Couch: 5 Easy Ways
⭐ Best moving companies
A good moving company can make the difference between a nightmare move and an easy transition. We’ve ranked and reviewed top movers across the country to help you get started. Our methodology for evaluating moving companies includes mystery shopping, a deep dive on the ratings and recency of customer reviews, and verification of registration details on sites like the Federal Motor Carrier Administration database.
Top companies
Detailed roundups of the top moving services for major moves.
- 7 State to State Moving Companies We Recommend
- 5 Best Cross-Country Moving Companies
- 5 Best Military Moving Companies
- 5 Best Long-Distance Moving Companies
- Here Are the Top 5 Interstate Moving Companies
- The Best Out-of-State Movers for Every Budget
Nationwide services
In-depth reviews and analysis of some of the largest moving companies in North America.
- Is Bellhop Movers a Good Moving Company? Here’s What Reviews Say
- Two Men and a Truck Review: Pricing, Reputation, and More (2024)
- What’s It Like to Move with Mayflower Moving? Here’s What Reviews Say
- Allied Van Lines Reviews: How Does It Compare to Other Movers?
- Colonial Van Lines Review: Worth It or Not? (2024)
- American Van Lines Reviews (From Real Customers!)
📍Movers near you
The best local moving options aren’t necessarily nationally-recognized brands with huge service areas. Check out our guides to the best moving companies in major metropolitan areas across the country. (Full state roundups are coming soon!)
| Best moving companies in major cities | |
|---|---|
| Atlanta | Los Angeles |
| Boston | Miami |
| Dallas | Orlando |
| Denver | Philadelphia |
| Detroit | Phoenix |
| Houston | San Francisco |
| Las Vegas | Seattle |
📊 Research and insights
The Home Bay team is constantly researching moving trends to learn more about what you should expect when you move. Our research documents the common challenges of moving so you can plan ahead.
Latest reports:
- 2024 Data: Half of Americans Are Surprised by How Much It Costs to Move
- 2023 Data: 75% of Americans Have Regrets About Moving
- Where Should I Move? The Best (And Worst) Places to Live in 2023
FAQs about moving
What’s an interstate move?
An interstate move is any move that crosses state lines.
What’s an intrastate move?
An intrastate move is the opposite of interstate — it’s a move within a state.
What’s a moving broker?
A moving broker is a business that coordinates moves but does not conduct the move. The broker typically connects you with movers in a network who will offer quotes
What’s a moving carrier?
Carrier is the technical name for a moving company. Moving companies are generally registered with the Dept. of Transportation as “Household Goods Carriers (HHG).”
What’s considered a local move?
Local moves typically happen within a 50-100 mile radius. There’s no exact number, but you can think of a local move as a move between neighboring towns, across the city or within the county you live in, or down the street.
What’s considered a long-distance move?
We consider a long-distance move to be 100+ miles. Long-distance moves can either be interstate (across state lines) or intrastate (within the same state). This means not all long-distance movers are authorized for interstate moves.
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