Protect Yourself from Moving Scams in Maryland
If you are planning a move within or out of Maryland, you are a target for rogue brokers and fraudulent carriers. Below are the three most prevalent moving scams reported to federal authorities by Maryland residents.
Hostage Loads
The mover demands additional cash payments before unloading your furniture, holding it 'hostage'.
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Bait and Switch
You receive an incredibly low estimate, which is then legally or illegally increased on moving day.
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Deposit Fraud
A broker demands a massive non-refundable cash deposit upfront, and no truck ever arrives.
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Always Verify Federal Authority
Never hire a moving company in Maryland without checking their USDOT number against the federal FMCSA database. Our Scam Risk Analyzer does this automatically.