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Decode a moving-company quote and spot the lowball, the padding, and the outright scam before you book. Use when asked to check a moving quote, is this mover legit, compare moving estimates, or avoid moving scams. Produces a read on the quote type (binding vs non-binding vs 'not to exceed') and what it really means, the red flags of moving scams (big deposits, no in-home/video survey, low-then-hostage pricing), the questions to ask and credentials to verify, an apples-to-apples comparison, and how to protect yourself on moving day.

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# Moving-Quote Decoder

Moving quotes are a minefield: a suspiciously low estimate can balloon on the day, and outright scams hold your belongings hostage for a bigger payment. This decodes what a quote actually commits the mover to, flags the scam signals, tells you what to verify, and helps you compare estimates fairly — so you pick a real mover, not a cheap trap.

## What This Skill Produces

- **A quote-type read** — binding, non-binding, or "not-to-exceed," and what each means for your final bill
- **Scam red flags** — the signals of a rogue mover (large upfront deposit, quote without an in-home/video survey, no proper credentials, low quote then a hostage price hike)
- **Verify checklist** — the licensing/registration and insurance to confirm, plus reviews across independent sources
- **Questions to ask** — what to pin down (what's included, extra fees, weight/volume basis, delivery window, claims process)
- **An apples-to-apples comparison** — normalizing quotes so a "cheap" one isn't just hiding costs
- **Moving-day protection** — how to avoid the hostage-load scenario and document condition

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