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by a professional
6mos ago
in Austin, TX, USA
Hey Andy,
I have worked with Apple Moving and Blue Whale moving here in central Texas. I am more than happy to talk about anything you have questions on.
Thanks,
Brandon
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by a lender
6mos ago
from Cornell University
in Los Angeles, CA, USA
Hi ^redacted - nice to meet you. There are several factors to consider for this industry. Firstly, this sector is a labor-heavy business. Crew reliability, scheduling efficiency, and damage control determine margins. Poor crews or weak operations quickly erode cash flow, regardless of demand.
Customers choose movers based on trust, reviews, and referrals. Strong online ratings and low claims history are critical. Price competition is intense, but reputation wins work. Businesses that combine moving with storage and commercial moves are more stable and higher quality. Pure residential movers are more seasonal and volatile, especially in Northern California.
Housing turnover and employment mobility will be the key drivers of demand for this industry. Depending on where this business is located, this can definitely be a good business to buy.
We have a lot experience financing moving and storage companies via the SBA. If you ever need help talking through a deal, I am happy to help. We work with all the major SBA lenders. The bank pay us after your loan closes, so this is a 100% free service for you.You can email me directly at redacted or schedule a meeting with me: redacted. Look forward to chatting!