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Moving contracts and moving companies may be accompanied with largely unfamiliar jargon. This can be confusing but finally a guide to assist you in your move is here!

Bill of Lading
The receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. It is your responsibility to understand the bill of lading before you sign it. If you do not agree with something on the bill of lading, do not sign it until you are satisfied that it is correct. The bill of lading is an important document. Don't lose or misplace your copy.

Binding/Non-Binding Moving Estimate
A binding estimate is an agreement made in advance with the mover that guarantees the total cost of the move based on the quantities and moving services shown on the estimate. A non-binding estimate is the carrier's approximation of the cost based on the estimated weight of the shipment and the accessorial services requested. A non-binding estimate is not binding on the carrier and the final charges will be based on the actual weight and tariff provisions in effect. So things such as if the moving company is required to use moving supplies and moving boxes will probably be additional cost.

Carrier
The mover providing transportation of your household goods.

Inventory
The detailed descriptive list of your household goods showing the number and condition of each item.

Order (Bill of Lading) Number
The number used to identify and track your shipment.

Storage-In-Transit (SIT)
Temporary warehouse storage of your shipment pending further transportation, for example, if your new home isn't quite ready to occupy. You must specifically request SIT service, which may not exceed a total of 90 days of storage, and you will be responsible for the added charges for SIT service, as well as the warehouse handling and final delivery charges.

Tariff
The mover's required, published price list of rules, regulations, rates and charges for the performance of interstate moving services

Valuation
The degree of "worth" of the shipment. The valuation charge compensates the mover for assuming a greater degree of liability than that provided for in the base transportation charges.
 
Warehouse Handling
An additional charge applicable each time SIT service is provided. This charge compensates the mover for the physical placement and removal of items within the warehouse.
With the now familiar speech, you will be able to speak like a moving pro!

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