HHG Carrier Review 2025: U.S. Interstate Moving Outlook

This HHG Carrier Review provides a 2025 lookback on the U.S. domestic interstate household goods moving industry, pulling together what major van lines and regulators reported this year, along with housing and macroeconomic trends that drive interstate demand, added to MiniMoves’ experience and observations throughout the year. 1) HHG Carrier Review: Demand and Volume in 2025 Interstate relocations were down …

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Efficient Moving Solutions for Your Campus Community

Moving is the physical manifestation of a new opportunity and can be an exciting part of your career journey. Getting there can be a daunting task. One of the fastest growing methods for funding a relocation is the payment of a fixed dollar amount to cover all moving-related expenses. This approach offers several distinct advantages, making it an ideal choice …

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You may be wondering where to start

Finally, moving day has come to an end! It’s time to get your new place up and running. You may be wondering where to start. Here are some tips for what to do after moving day to make your transition go more smoothly: Unpack and organize your belongings right away; take the time to properly store items like clothing, books, …

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Making the right choice is important

There are times during a move when you need the calendar to stretch a little, or maybe a lot, to coordinate your date schedule. Self-storage units and mover’s storage offer an option to coordinate the move-out and move-in dates that best suit your plans. So, what are the pros and cons of those two storage options? We’re glad you asked! …

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Stress-free moving always starts with hiring the right mover

Moving has the potential of being one of life’s most stressful events. It is exciting to move to a new apartment or to a new city and you don’t want to lose that excitement stressing over your move. Eliminating stress and anxiety are important factors for a healthy life and properly planning your move can keep you smiling all the …

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Moving there might require drawing on your inner resourcefulness

A hike in the woods in northern Maine or climbing a mountain trail in Montana are life experiences that call to many of us and become bucket list items, but for some, checking them off the list is not near enough. Less of a place to visit and more of a lifestyle decision, people are heading to the most beautiful, …

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The busiest time of the year for moving is during the summer

The busiest time of the year for moving is during the summer. The peak of the summer moving season is during August and September. Movers run out of crews, truck, and container rental companies run out of inventory, and self-storage units fill up as people are between homes. Do not panic. If you are getting ready to schedule your move …

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Here is a quick rundown of moving options to check out

This summer has been extraordinarily busy for moving. The number of American’s moving more than fifty miles is up significantly and finding resources is getting harder. As we go into the end of the summer, demand will be at its peak from the middle of August until the middle of September. For families with children, it is that last chance …

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Packing Tips: Choosing the Right Boxes for Moving Your Home

U-Haul Dealers, Schools, OfficeMax, the Liquor Store, your new neighbor down the street. What do they all have in common?  Boxes.  Sturdy boxes are essential for protecting your household décor and personal belongings when you move. Here are some tips and tricks to gathering boxes and making your move easier and safer.   #1 New Boxes  If you can buy new, …

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MiniMoves® can help you save money and successfully pack for moving

Doing your own packing is a great way to get organized and save money on your move. Even if you plan to do the packing, there are some items that are best left for the movers to prepare. Large mirrors or pictures, glass tops, mattresses, and TVs are some of the items that you should consider having the movers pack …

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Demand for moving services is up

Summertime is when everyone moves. Schools are out, the weather is nice(er) and because of that, 65% to 70% of Americans move between May 15th and September 15th every year. The summer of 2022 is quite different. This summer there are events creating demand for moving services that can directly impact your moving day. The Great Resignation is driving employees …

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Top Tips for Hiring Movers in Your Area

There are many moving options when planning a cross-country relocation, ranging from professional full-service moving to total DIY relocation. Each service type has its own value and lets you participate in as much, or as little of your move as your budget requires. Do-It-Yourself anything typically saves money but interstate moving might be the exception to the rule in 2022. …

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