When you are getting ready for a move, you have a lot of things to think about.

While you might want to save yourself some time and energy by choosing the first movers you find, that could be a big mistake.

Hiring movers isn't cheap, and there are many possible moving scams that could make it more expensive than it should be.

A low estimate could look attractive, but will that really be the amount you pay in the end? Do the movers have the insurance they should? Are you trusting your possessions to a reputable company?

Before hiring movers, check our list of common moving scams you should be on your guard against.