Rebecca Walter is a senior writer for USA Today Homefront specializing in moving. She has won multiple awards for her writing, including recognition from the North Carolina Press Association for reporting on housing market trends. Her half-dozen moves in the last decade have perfected her packing skills, making her the go-to packer amongst her friends and family. Rebecca studied journalism and political science at Murray State University. She is located in Asheville, North Carolina, where she enjoys hiking, yoga, and reading.
For many, the thought of moving to a beautiful island state such as Hawaii conjures images of swaying palm trees, sunny beaches and a laid-back lifestyle. However, the logistics of moving to Hawaii can make the dream of island life feel daunting. We trust International Van Lines to handle your long-distance move and all of…
Minnesota was ranked as the fifth best state to live and work in 2023, according to CNBC’s America’s Top States for Business study. It’s not surprising, then, that Americans are flocking to the upper Midwest state in droves — 120,500 people moved to Minnesota in 2022. Luckily, moving companies in Minnesota are not lacking when…
New Hampshire is the fifth smallest state in the U.S. — clocking in at just 9,349 square miles — but it doesn’t lack quality providers for long-distance and local moves. The USA TODAY Homefront team researched and shopped more than 15 popular national movers and found that Allied Van Lines, Gentle Giant Moving Company and…
Hiring the right moving company to do the heavy lifting isn’t a decision to take lightly. Before you hire a provider, consider the type of mover you plan to hire (carrier versus broker), add-on services and insurance. To learn more about what drives consumer choice and understand the priorities of Americans who recently moved, USA…
Utah saw the 13th-highest influx of new residents in 2023, making this western state a busy place for local and long-distance moves. We researched dozens of companies and requested multiple quotes to find the best moving companies in the state. After careful vetting, we trust North American Van Lines, Momentum Moving and Two Men and…
Planning a move can be mentally and physically taxing — and that’s before you factor in an annual average of 200 inches of rainfall in Oregon’s wettest regions. After deep research, we think Allied Van Lines, JK Moving Services and Portland Movers Company are the best professional movers to handle the stress of your moving…
As the sixth-most-populated state in the country, Illinois is a busy place for local and long-distance moving companies. After researching dozens of companies and gathering multiple quotes, we trust Allied Van Lines, North American Van Lines and Pack-Men Movers LLC to handle your Illinois move. Allied and NAVL have highly rated locations within the state…
United Van Lines (United) is a well-established moving company with a vast network of agents in the United States and headquarters around the world. United’s extensive reach allows the mover to offer a range of services, including local, long-distance and international moves. Its highly customizable service options make it a top contender in the best…
North American Van Lines (NAVL) has established itself as one of the top companies for a variety of move types. With over 90 years of experience and a global service area, this moving company has the expertise and connections to help get you where you need to go. Experience and availability are just a few…
Long-distance moves can be overwhelming, requiring careful planning. Hiring a professional moving company — especially if it’s cross-country — saves you the hassle of dealing with these challenges alone and helps ensure a smoother experience. Meet the expert Sean Donnelly is a former professional mover. He served as a laborer, crew leader and move coordinator…
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