Complaints of 'hostage moving fraud' on the rise l GMA

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is warning consumers about moving brokers, who may outsource the move to a separate company.
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[@JackieofAllTrades]

I had a similar issue in 2013. I went through a broker to move all our stuff from Indianapolis to DC and was quoted one price online where I paid the $600 deposit. We didn't realize we had used a moving broker either! Long story short, they told me all belongings had to be packed and ready to move come moving day. So our family took care to pack everything and when the movers arrived, they went box by box claiming belongings had not been packed to their standards and had to be re-packed for insurance liability purposes. The unpacking, resorting and repacking would cost $75 a box- stiff but also a penalty for the time they would have to take to re-do our "mistakes." We thought it may be a box or two but it soon became clear they intended to re-box it all! Even a box of pillows and teddy bears! The move team was there for 3 hours while I was on the phone with the management and trying to sort through the chaos. Almost nothing had been loaded on the truck. Finally, I told everyone to drop everything and unload the boxes and leave. We rented a U-Haul and drove it down ourselves. I lost my $600 deposit.

[@Maria.9094]

You definitely made the right call and despite losing the $600, you saved yourself a ton in the long run. Always trust your gut instincts.

[@terriesmith2616]

Yup, you made the right call in renting a U-Haul and driving it yourself. You lost the $600 deposit but atleast you didn't loose all of your possession which would've happened had you used the moving company. You would've never seen your stuff again had you choose to use them.

[@konye618]

You saved yourself money in the long run, they probably would have held your stuff hostage for more money

[@lauriebasicpm]

Why are these companies still allowed to be in business? And why aren't our politicians fixing the law that protects them (The Carmack Amendment)? It's outrageous that it is well known what these companies are doing and there aren't strict regulations with harsh penalties on movers of household goods.

[@travelinglight4656]

I had this happen and it was horrible. Some of most most important items were lost...it took 6 months. I use UPACK now and love them! I've never had an issue with them!

[@SorrensSorrow]

Never use a broker. You end up paying them and the mover.

[@laurenbraden7317]

This happened to me 5 years ago. I thought for sure all my stuff had been stolen. It did finally arrive after almost 3 weeks, I only moved a 12 hour drive away. They wouldn't release it to me unless I paid them $500 and a bunch of my stuff was broken.

[@FFact483]

Yes I would suggest you book a truck and you drive it. Then hire two referrals from neighbour(s) who will take a flat fee once the work is done. Buy 40 bins w/lids and 4 closet boxes - makes moving a breeze.

[@ReturnJaguar]

We seekimg drivers

[@mrbear1302]

That is what I did!

[@davidweller1785]

David Weller

[@ronnieking3848]

Solution: Rent your own truck. Pay people to load and unload. Pay a friend or family member to drive.

[@Green-Andy]

I'm living in WA and I'm planning on moving to Texas in September 2022. I'm now thinking of renting uhaul and do it myself. Screw dealing with all that mess

[@FFact483]

Andy absolutely- buy 40 bins with lids and 4 closet boxes that keep your clothes on hanger. Breeze through it. Also - i sold two homes with all the furniture on request - that’s the best move. Take the cash and buy new for new home. Good Luck!

[@user-du6vx7ir7m]

@@FFact483 goodluck getting new furni

[@FFact483]

@@user-du6vx7ir7m your statement makes no sense - I can furnish a home in an hour with the internet.

[@JP-xr3mu]

DO NOT HIRE A MOVER! We are dealing with this same problem in the video right now. If I could go back and do it over, I would've got a Uhaul. Even after research, they contracted it out to some filthy company.

[@redwoods7370]

All of my sister's valuables and collectibles were stolen by movers working for a reputable company. She couldn't prove it because she didn't have photos of the valuables. Unbelievable. Outright theft by movers is a very big problem. Move your own valuables and let the movers move your basic furniture and stuff.

[@goldenchildmoversllc-mover6980]

I'm a moving company and you have to be aware of scams artists. Makes it a bad look on us real movers in Memphis TN.

[@doctordl7757]

The scamming never ends in Florida

[@musicman76enator]

Republicans control everything there.

[@musicman76enator]

Plus DeSantis doesn't give an F about anything there. Not even his in wife and kids.

[@user-du6vx7ir7m]

@@musicman76enator Just get a good rep who asks you for measurements and goes above and beyond and your move will be a breeze

[@Bloooo95]

This is a national problem... Florida is usually the first to go for drags, but this isn't a Florida-only problem.

[@cameorollins-hannah2457]

FLORIDA IS #1 WITH THE MOVING SCAM... PERSONAL EXPERIENCE. R&M MOVERS AND FAKE ANTHEM CLAIMS MANAGEMENT

[@matthewmfreeman1235]

Anybody will tell you that if you are going to move across the country it's best to do it yourself so that you know your stuff will get there with you and you won't have any problems with the moving companies

[@makeda888]

My boyfriend use to work for them… they are some freakin crooks they literally only care about getting paid once the move & deposit is booked

[@kristenwittmeier1707]

This just happened to me last month! There are so many moving companies and broker companies that pull stunts like this.

[@rangeroverization]

Does anyone know what type of lawyer one can use to resolve this?

[@sherrryann]

MOVE YOUR OWN STUFF

[@theboujeelife9837]

Shut it. Not always possible

[@Bloooo95]

This is a laughably stupid thing to suggest

[@stevevandrezwart4397]

If you need anything moved, you can call a motor carrier for reputable brokers. Carriers know who to trust based on experience. Good luck.

[@myimperfectdiary890]

Key word #The Florida

[@pliktl]

use PODS and pack it yourself and all they do is drive it and drop it off.

[@bellaapple2166]

Do they load it onto the truck as well?

[@FFact483]

Absolutely Alex - great business model, I had planned on using that service twice; they were sold out in my area. I was super disappointed but found another solution was to buy 40 bins. Huge demand for pods.

[@user-du6vx7ir7m]

PODs sucks ass your shit will be broken they up charge and tend to be late on delivery read their reviews

[@JosephBocchino-xs9hs]

Lots Customers give movers bad Checks only oneside of story.

[@ReturnJaguar]

Same of realtors, housing offices, social services etc⌛ many other essential wastes #frauds hassles

[@whoknew5940]

Wooow...

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8220]

Pandemic has something to do with these sorts of problems the past few yrs. y'know.

[@KingTriton1837]

Premier Global Van Lines. Stay _FAR AWAY!_

[@larryrussell8905]

People do bot realize the full impact of nega monopolies that own several other companies being one of the root problems in price gouging and such as this video. Competition goes out the door with bottom line what the market can bear pricing. Lawlessness.

[@JosephBocchino-xs9hs]

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[@blackkman1324]

TRUMP MOVING CO.