Recognize fraudulent moving companies before it's too late
🚩 Suspicious statements that you should warn about
- “Pay now, move next week”
Serious moving companies require at most 20-30% advance payment. Companies that demand 100% advance payment are almost always fraudulent. - “No worries about paperwork, we take care of everything.”
Legitimate businesses proudly display their licenses and insurance papers. Evasive behavior about documentation is an alarm signal. - “This price is valid today only.”
Time-limited printing is a classic fraud technique. Trustworthy companies always give you time for reflection. - “We are cheaper than everyone else.”
A price that is 50% or more below the market average indicates hidden costs, poor service or complete scams.
🎭 Suspicious behavior
No physical visit
- Refusing to review contents in advance
- Quote only by phone or WhatsApp
- Not wanting to make a schedule or timetable
Communication Problems
- Accessible via mobile numbers only
- Changing contacts on every call
- Making appointments outside office hours
Unprofessional practice
- No uniforms or recognizable vehicles
- Subcontractors who know nothing themselves either
- Not wanting to create an inventory list
👥 Extra vigilance for
Seniors (65+)
- Less familiar with online verification
- Frequent rush due to mandatory relocation
- Target for emotional manipulation
Young starters or students
- Limited budget, search cheapest option
- First moving experience, little frame of reference
- Less legal knowledge about rights
Expat families
- Unfamiliar with Belgian regulations
- Language barrier in contract details
- Time pressure due to employer deadlines
Divorced or crisis situations
- Emotionally vulnerable, less critical
- Time pressure due to litigation or divorce
- Limited financial resources
