National Moving Month
Transitioning to a new place, embracing fresh beginnings, and creating a space filled with memories and possibilities.
Position your moving, storage, furniture, or relocation services as the trusted partner for May's peak moving season, leveraging 8M+ annual movers and the stress-relief angle.
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- Real Stories: How Families Made Their Move Stress-Free
- Moving Day Survival Kit: What You Actually Need
This event can trace its roots back to 1997 when Allied Van Lines, one of the largest and oldest moving networks, founded the celebration of National Moving Month in May. Because this is the time when many people move, this is also an excellent opportunity for businesses to educate and support their customers with marketing and encouragement targeted specifically toward the process of moving.
Consider Tips for Moving
A dorm room or small apartment move for a student will obviously require much less preparation and planning than a large house that has been filled with furniture and objects for many years. Use National Moving Month as an opportunity to consider the type of tasks that can be done in advance of moving, including some of these tips offered by the American Trucking Associations: Research Moving Companies. Check to be sure any company considered is legitimate and has the right to do business from the local department of transportation. Also, check them out on the Better Business Bureau websiteGet In-Home Estimates. It is recommended to receive at least three estimates before deciding on a mover. Understand Your Rights. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration offers a document for anyone hiring a company to move them across state lines. Check it out ahead of movingKeep Valuables Close. Whether flying or driving, keep items such as jewelry, important documents, small heirlooms and other valuables on your person when you move. Learn Interesting Facts About Moving Even for those who aren’t in the process of moving this National Moving Day, consider some of these interesting facts and statistics surrounding the topic:More than 8 million people in the US will move across state lines each year.The average American changes residences 11 times in their lifetime.Friday is the most popular moving day.One poll has shown that moving house can be one of the most stressful events in life – sometimes ranking higher than divorce, death of a spouse, or getting fired from a job!