Recapping the top Movers Who Blog stories from 2023!

It’s hard to believe another year is coming to a close and we prepare to take on 2024 with a fresh start..

Throughout the year, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® continued to shine in the moving industry and despite the hurdles of a slow housing market, franchises nationwide still made an impact through quality moving services and giving back to our communities through charitable work. The year also saw many new franchise locations open for the brand, and frontline team members were able to move forward in their careers into bigger, more prominent roles within their franchises.

With 2024 on the horizon, we want the Movers Who Blog platform to be a helpful moving resource next year as we create content that will help anyone with a move coming up navigate the stresses that come along with packing and relocating. From tips and tricks to expert moving and packing advice, things you should know, frequently asked questions, checklist ideas, and more – if you want to know about moving, Movers Who blog is the place to be!

To end the year, we’re recapping some of our top blogs that our audience found relevant and useful!. Be sure to check them out – you never know what tips you could use in the future!

1. How much does it cost to move?

“How much does it cost to move? The answer? Well, it depends! With any professional moving service – ours included – there are a variety of factors that play into the cost of a move. No two moves are the same, and the final bill for 10 different moves can be 10 different prices. In this blog, we want to highlight some of the factors which can affect moving prices so you know what to look for when getting moving quotes.”

2. Moving can be costly: Here are 4 useful money saving tips for your next move

“You’ve probably heard it before: honesty is key. When you call to set up a move, it’s extremely important to be honest about everything you need moved, as this will help with your moving estimate and make it as accurate as possible. Not providing the customer service representative with accurate information on how many boxes you have or mentioning you have big furniture pieces could add on more time and effect your original estimate.”

3. What TWO MEN AND A TRUCK can’t move during the home moving process

“There’s a lot to think about when organizing and preparing for a move – this includes packing, buying a home, scheduling movers, figuring out what will stay and what will go, and much more – but one area that often gets overlooked is what items can’t be moved. This is important to know so you don’t find yourself scrambling when your moving team arrives.”

4. Hiring a professional moving company vs. doing it yourself

“Simply put, there is way less risk involved when you leave a home move in the hands of professionals. The saying “you pay for what you get” has never been more applicable than it has in the world of home moving, and you really do get way you pay for.”

5. Frequently asked questions about moving with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

“If you’re finally looking to complete a home move in 2023, you probably have a ton of questions and concerns rushing through your mind right now as you try to prepare. Moving can be stressful, but when you hire a professional moving company like us, it doesn’t have to be. Our professionally trained, background checked, and drug screened movers are ready to help you move from one home to then next with care, compassion, and efficiency!”

6. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK teams are prepared for Busiest Move Weekend!

“When the weather warms up, franchise moving schedules fill! TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchises have been diligently planning for the past few months to build up their teams, get their movers and drivers professionally trained, and work to ensure customers have a positive, efficient moving experience from start to finish.”

7. Top 5 items you’ll want to avoid putting into storage

“Storage can free up other much-needed space which can be extremely helpful during home renovations, moving, staging your home to sell, office cleanouts or renovations – really anything! However, it can be a little easier said than done with finding a storage space, and there’s a lot to consider before you decide.”

8. Moving soon? Here are 4 things you might not expect on moving day that you should be prepared for

“Not sure where to start when it comes to a home move? There can be many tasks to think about when preparing to move, with many that pop up as you get closer to the big day. With that in mind, we’ve prepared a few things we’ve seen over the years that you should expect on moving day along with things that may pop up along the way. Preparation is key when it comes to moving, and we’ve compiled this list to ensure you’re off on the right foot when it comes to your move.”

9. Annual Movers for Military campaign allows TWO MEN AND A TRUCK to give back to veterans in need nationwide

“The TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® brand has been powered by the hard work of veterans for years, and all throughout the franchise network, you’ll find veterans working at each level of the company – from movers and drivers all the way up to franchise managers and franchisees, and even our Michigan Support Center corporate office. However, not all veterans are fortunate enough to receive the honor and recognition they deserve.”

10. 5 tasks you shouldn’t overlook before moving into a rental property

“You never want to just throw money down the drain, so it’s important to know exactly where your money is going when you sign a leasing agreement. With rental leases, you’ll generally find some early fees due at signing like security deposits, a month’s rent in advance, and paying upfront for additional appliances you might have requested. Talk with a member of the leasing office to make sure you’re aware of all the charges involved with the agreement.”

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