Handle with care – Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau’s Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio will explain how to you can protect yourself from shady moving companies.
May is the busiest moving month of the year, and moving can be stressful enough without the added risk of a scam.
Fraudsters and shady moving companies take advantage of timely issues like moving, where people have little knowledge or experience and are typically on a timeline.
Common scams include movers taking money and not showing up, surprise upcharges, or worst of all, your belongings being held hostage for extra payment.
To protect yourself, watch for red flags like vague websites, sketchy answers, and unusually low prices.
Check out ratings and reviews before hiring, keep an inventory with photos, and try to move your most prized possessions with you in a car or truck when possible.
For more information, visit BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz or WBBMNewsradio.com.
