SMART FORWARDERS, L. L. C.

CITY, MI · USDOT 2973660 · MC-1813
PUBLIC RECORD ONLYProfile last refreshed May 25, 2026

This mover has not been audited by U.S. Moving Protection

Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. has not submitted the documentation required for verification by the United States Moving Protection Organization. The public records below are drawn directly from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Better Business Bureau. Inclusion in this directory does not constitute endorsement, certification, or verification by USMPO. USMPO is an independent organization, not affiliated with the U.S. government.

Public RecordsSources: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, and Better Business Bureau
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Operating authority
Active Active
Common carrier · Household goods endorsement
FMCSA SAFERUSDOT 2973660 · MC 1813 · Retrieved May 25, 2026
BBB rating
Not rated
Business reputation · BBB profile
Better Business BureauBusiness profile · Retrieved May 25, 2026
Carrier-Submitted VerificationStatus: Not on file
StandardSubmitted documentationStatus
Background checked crews
Crew screening policies not submitted.
Not on file
Certificate of Insurance
Current certificate of insurance not submitted.
Not on file
Company-Owned Trucks & Equipment
Fleet ownership and equipment branding have not been independently verified by USMPO.
Not on file
Accurate Estimates & Pricing
Inventory and estimate practices not submitted.
Not on file
Transparent Online Pricing
Rates & Tariffs not submitted.
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Verified reviews
Audited customer ratings not submitted.
Not on file
U.S. Department of Transportation
Dept. of Transportation
Verify licensing & insurance · safer.fmcsa.dot.gov
U.S. Department of Transportation
FMCSA NCCDB
National Consumer Complaint Database · nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. a legitimate moving company?

Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. is a federally licensed motor carrier registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation under USDOT number 2973660 and MC 1813. Federal registration confirms Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. holds active authority to operate as an interstate household goods mover. USMPO has not independently audited Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. against its eight-point verification standard, so consumers should review the company's complaint and safety record before booking.

What is Smart Forwarders, L. L. C.'s USDOT number?

Smart Forwarders, L. L. C.'s USDOT number is 2973660, and its MC docket number is 1813. These federal identifiers can be cross-checked at no cost through the FMCSA SAFER system linked above. Always verify a mover's USDOT number before signing a contract or paying a deposit.

Is Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. licensed and insured?

Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. holds an active federal operating authority for the interstate transport of household goods, which by law requires the carrier to maintain minimum levels of cargo and liability insurance. Consumers are encouraged to request a current Certificate of Insurance (COI) directly from Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. prior to booking.

How do I file a complaint against Smart Forwarders, L. L. C.?

If you have experienced a problem with Smart Forwarders, L. L. C., you can file a federal complaint through the FMCSA National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB) at nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov. Complaints can also be submitted to the Better Business Bureau and to USMPO using the File a Complaint resource on this page.

Where is Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. located?

Smart Forwarders, L. L. C.'s principal place of business is registered with FMCSA at 2920 CASS ROAD TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684, CITY, MI. The address on file with the federal government can be cross-checked against the carrier's FMCSA SAFER profile, which is linked in the Public Records table above.

Is Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. USMPO Verified?

Smart Forwarders, L. L. C. has not completed USMPO's eight-point verification audit. This does not necessarily indicate the company is unsafe — verification is a separate, voluntary process. Consumers are encouraged to review the federal complaint history, request a written binding estimate, and confirm insurance coverage before booking with Smart Forwarders, L. L. C..

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