Consumer Protection
Articles about protecting yourself from moving fraud, scams, and consumer rights.
How to Research a Moving Company Using Consumer Complaint Data
A Texas-based corporate relocation in Q3 2024 ended with $847,000 in lost assets and 14 weeks of litigation. The carrier...
How to Read a Moving Company’s Safety Records
Hiring movers is supposed to make life easier, not harder. But many people book a moving company without checking its ba...
Why Complaint Data Matters: Protecting Consumers in Household Goods Transportation
Moving to a new home is supposed to be exciting, but for many families, it turns into stress and frustration. Every year...
Consumer Complaint Trends in Household Goods Moving: Insights from National Databases
Relocating to a new home should be an exciting chapter, yet many consumers face damage, pricing disputes, and delays. Co...
The State of Moving Household Goods in 2025
The Current Landscape of Moving Household Goods In 2025, the moving household goods sector stands at a pivotal point. Wi...
The MOVE-SAFE Algorithm: A Smarter, Safer Way to Find Movers
What Is the MOVE-SAFE Algorithm? In an industry long plagued by misleading “top 10 lists”, low-ball estimates, and...
Why the Same Consumer Abuses from 1979 Are Still Happening Today
Discover how fraudulent moving practices like bait-and-switch scams have evolved from the weight bumping tactics exposed...
How Trademark Law and Transportation Regulations Work Together to Protect Moving Consumers
The intersection of trademark law, federal transportation rules, and consumer protection regulations reveals one truth: ...
Top Moving Scams You Can Avoid
Many moving scams can be easily avoided. After reading this article, you’ll be able to identify the most common mo...
What to Do if Movers Steal Your Stuff
Experiencing theft during a move can be a distressing and unsettling situation. If you’re wondering what to do if movers...
Unexpected Moving Costs to Watch For
It’s quite common in the moving industry: a customer does their due diligence, thoroughly researches and selects a...
The Benefits of Using U.S. Moving Protection Organization for Your Move
Moving can be a stressful and complex process, especially when it involves long distances. From packing and transporting...
Common Moving Frauds and How to Protect Yourself
Moving can be a stressful experience, and unfortunately, it’s an opportunity that fraudulent movers often exploit....
How to Avoid Moving Scams: Essential Tips and Red Flags
Moving can be a stressful experience, and the last thing you need is to fall victim to a moving scam. The U.S. Moving Pr...
USMPO Verified Carriers Contribute To A Safer Moving Experience
USMPO verified carriers contribute to a safer moving experience! If you are a shipper looking to register your move, pl...
Beware of Rogue Movers: Domain Deception
When planning a move, the last thing you want to deal with is being scammed by rogue movers. These deceitful companies u...
A Critical Examination of Regulatory Gaps in the Household Goods Moving Industry
The US Moving Protection Organization (USMPO) is deeply concerned about the prevalence of consumer complaints within the...
Moving Scams: Guaranteed Delivery Dates & Fake Discounts
Guaranteed Delivery Dates Guaranteed delivery dates are often a conditional requirement of most customers to make a deci...
How To Protect Yourself Against Moving Fraud
Avoid Falling Victim to Moving fraud Before gathering moving quotes, protecting yourself against moving fraud is an esse...
Get Accurate Quotes & Avoid Overspending
Moving can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to budgeting. Unforeseen costs can quickly turn a seemingly mana...
Unveiling Moving Scams & Protecting Your Belongings
In today’s dynamic moving industry, the US Moving Protection Organization (USMPO) is dedicated to empowering consu...
Investigating Moving Company Reviews
In today’s digital age, consumers overwhelmingly rely on online resources to research and make informed decisions....
Are you a Broker? : A Glimpse at a Moving Broker’s Sales Tricks
This image above is a screenshot directly taken out of a page from a sales representatives training binder on handling t...
Let’s Advocate for Fair Practices in Moving.
The moving industry’s long-tainted reputation is now at a critical juncture. The severity of the issue is undersco...
How Do I Make Sure My Moving Company Is Legit?
Moving to a new home or office is an exciting but challenging endeavor, and choosing the right moving company is crucial...
Learn the Importance of Protecting Your Move with USMPO
Introduction The moving industry is a multi-billion dollar business, and yearly over 10 million Americans move. Unfortun...