Start a Moving Company Business
Unfortunately for home owners, but fortunately for you with the constant foreclosures recently, now is the time to start a moving company business. Many people are being forced to move or are choosing to move right now because of the increased cost of living. Learn how to start a moving company business in the guide below.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Challenging
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Business license Liability insurance Van or moving truck Hand truck Furniture sliders Moving boxes
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Get a proper business license for your moving company. You will need to register for a Doing Business As name at your local county government offices. You may also consider becoming a corporation. By making your business a corporation you are protecting your personal assets should you be held liable in a lawsuit due to a problem with your moving service.
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While operating a moving company business, you will be responsible for a constant stream of prized possessions. You will need to purchase a liability insurance policy that will cover breakage or lost items during moving. The moving truck or van you use will also require vehicle insurance. Shop around for the best quotes on these insurance policies.
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When you start a moving company business you will need a few supplies. Of course, a van or moving truck is the most important item. However, you will also need to buy hand trucks and furniture sliders.
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Offering customers the option of purchasing moving boxes directly from you will be a huge benefit to your moving company. You should consider having a large variety of moving boxes in a range of sizes to offer your customers for sale.
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Once you have all the legalities and purchases out of the way, you will need to advertise your moving company business in order to profit. Word of mouth is often the best way to get a company up and moving, so tell your friends and family and ask them to spread the word about your new moving company. Place a large ad in your local "Pennysaver" as well as in the newspaper. Hang fliers about your business in home improvement stores such as Home Depot and Lowe's.
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