As many Americans pack up to start a new chapter of their lives, the Better Business Bureau issued a consumer alert for moving scams. There were over 1,100 moving-related complaints to the Chicago-area BBB last year and a 216% increase in losses compared to 2020.Look for up-to-date contact information or insurance information on a mover's website.Get everything in writing. Get three written estimates from different movers based on visits to your home.
Keep an inventory of your belongings. Keep track of your possessions by labeling boxes and noting what is in each box. Take photos of the contents before you pack. See if your mover is registered and licensed with the Illinois Commerce Commission, or another similar government agency if they're out of state. If they aren't, that too, can be a warning.