May Is National Moving Month: How to Plan a Safer, Smoother Move
May Is the Start of Busy Moving Season May is known as National Moving Month, and for good reason. As school years end, housing changes pick up, and families start planning summer transitions, moving companies enter one of the busiest times of the year. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration also uses May to remind customers to protect themselves from moving fraud and choose movers carefully. ( FMCSA ) At Century Van Lines, we know moving is more than loading boxes onto a truck. A move can involve a new home, a new job, a military relocation, a business transition, or a fresh start. The right planning makes a big difference. Start Earlier Than You Think One of the biggest moving mistakes people make is waiting too long to schedule help. May, June, July, and August are busy months, so earlier planning gives you more flexibility. Before your move, try to: Choose your preferred moving date as early as possible. Create a room-by-room packing plan. Separate items you want to move y...