Moving Guides & Tips

Moving in the fall in Minnesota? See real Twin Cities move data on cost, timing, and weather, plus what to plan around this season.

Moving with kids in the Twin Cities? Age-by-age tips from a local mover on prepping, moving day, and helping kids settle in.

Wondering how much to tip movers? See real Twin Cities tipping data plus honest advice from a College Muscle Movers pro on what’s fair.

Here’s what to do the week before your move, from confirming details to prepping your space, and why each step actually matters.

Moving into a new home before you sell? Here’s how vault storage works, what it costs, and why it beats paying for two separate moves.

Moving with pets? A Twin Cities mover shares real, local moving-day tips to keep dogs and cats calm, safe, and secure before, during, and after your move.

Learn how to move heavy furniture safely with expert lifting techniques, the right equipment, and tips for knowing when to hire professional movers.

Know the moving company red flags before you book: vague quotes, large deposits, cash-only payments, and what legitimate movers do instead.

What gets damaged most during a move? CMM analyzed 16,000+ moves to find out. Furniture tops the list — here’s what’s most at risk and how to protect it.

What will movers not move? Here’s what can’t go on a CMM truck, what requires special handling, and what to do with items that won’t make the trip.

Summer moving tips for Minnesota — what to know about booking early, Twin Cities logistics, staying safe in the heat, and what’s different about summer moves.

Learn how to choose a moving company in the Twin Cities — what to look for, what to avoid, and the red flags that should make you walk away.

Thinking about DIYing your move? We break down whether you should hire movers or do it yourself, plus whether professional movers are worth the cost.

Want to know how much movers cost in the Twin Cities? We analyzed 15,000+ moves to break down avg. moving costs by home size and what drives the final number.

How long does a local move actually take? We analyzed 5 years of real move data to break down average moving times by home size, crew size, and more.

Planning a move in Minnesota? Learn the best time to book movers, which days fill up fastest, and how far ahead to schedule.

A complete guide to moving in Minnesota during winter, with local tips, preparation advice, and answers to common cold-weather moving questions.

Free boxes, specialty boxes, or reusable plastic bins — learn the pros and cons of each moving box type and how to get them before your Twin Cities move.

Wondering how to save money when moving? 9 tips from Twin Cities movers with 17+ years of experience — from decluttering and packing to timing your move right.