Frequently Asked Questions

01. How do I find local movers and long-distance movers?

Finding movers is not an easy task. Most people ask friends, family or colleagues for recommendations, or turn to Google. The easiest way to find reliable, independently verified movers is on www.shyftmoving.com. Shyft will source multiple moving companies and their pricing estimates for your move and oversee the entire process. Shyft takes care of your local and long-distance moving requirements.

02. What is a Shyft Move Coach?

A Move Coach is your personal moving concierge who will act as your advocate throughout the move process. Your Move Coach ensures that your items are delivered safely from door to door, protecting you and your family from risk and uncertainty when moving.

03. How to get an inventory list?

Shyft prides itself on inventory lists that have 95% accuracy, that means that we are able to accurately price your move. A Shyft Move Coach will create your inventory list over one video call on the Shyft Next application, our proprietary video survey app. This inventory will be used to get pricing estimates for your move.

04. What is Shyft Moving? 

Shyft takes the hassle out of the moving process. From video surveys and multiple pricing options to a simple, app driven customer experience, you will always know what’s happening with your move. We offer full service move or DIY move options, housing or settling-in services to find a solution that meets your needs and budget.

05. How does Shyft Moving work?

We place our customers with a moving company that fits their needs and budget, and oversee the entire process from door-to-door.

After completing the online form, we will schedule a video call with your dedicated Move Coach.

Next, you’ll be required to download Shyft’s free and user-friendly moving app, called Shyft Next. Shyft Next is available for iPhone and Android devices.

During the video call, you’ll show your Move Coach with your device’s camera what you want to take to your new home. The Shyft Move Coach will note all the items that need to be moved and advise you on approximate costs. 

When your inventory list is complete, we’ll send you multiple pricing options. As soon as you accept a moving quote, the price is locked and cannot be changed unless you add or remove items, alter the move distance, or fail to book your move before the quote expiry date.

Your Move Coach will oversee the entire moving process from start to finish. They will help you every single step of the way. No matter which company is handling your move, Shyft ensures the same quality standards for all.

06. What is personal relocation?

A personal relocation is the process of moving one’s personal belongings to a new dwelling. Generally, the person moving is responsible for the cost of the relocation.

07. What is corporate relocation or employee relocation?

This is the process of moving an employee and their family from one place to another. The employer usually bears the cost of the relocation by providing a lump sum to the employee or arranging for the relocation.

08. What are moving quotes?

Moving quotes are pricing estimates for your move. Moving quotes for long distance and international moves are based on your inventory or estimated weight (volume of items) and the distance of the move. Local moving quotes are based on the number of hours it will take to complete the move, and the moving quote is usually based on an estimated number of hours.

09. What are employee relocation packages?

Companies that require their employees to move usually offer an employee relocation package. Companies often use relocation packages to assist either current or even new employees to move themselves and their family to their new work location.

10. How to use moving apps?

Moving apps have streamlined the moving process for customers by bringing next level convenience when it comes to organizing your move. Shyft Next is a moving help app available on Android or iOS and will significantly improve your move experience.

11. Are relocation expenses taxable?

To put it in simple terms relocation expenses are considered taxable income for employees. This is according to the IRS, and even local state authorities. This covers temporary housing, goods transportation, miscellaneous items, etc. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 is the cause of this. Furthermore, it is scheduled to be reviewed in 2026.

12. Are moving costs fixed?

Once your move with Shyft is booked, the price of your move is locked unless you change the details of your move such as your inventory, or destination or origin address.

13. How can I benefit from moving insurance?

Moving insurance covers losses or damage to your possessions during a move. Because moving puts your possessions at risk of damage and theft, a moving insurance policy can help reimburse you for any mishaps during the moving process. Shyft offers full value protection coverage for your belongings to protect the things that are important to you

14. What does Move Now, Pay Later mean?

Shyft has partnered with Affirm to offer customers Move Now, Pay Later. Now Shyft customers can pay for their moving services in installments.