Moving costs can pile up fast. From truck rentals to packing supplies (though you can score free cardboard boxes if you know where to look), it’s easy to spend hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars on a move. The good news? You don’t have to pay full price for everything. If a move is in your near future, now’s the time to make sure you’re getting the best value.
We’ve gathered some of the top moving discounts available right now. Keep in mind that not all offers are open to everyone — some are limited to students, seniors, teachers or members of specific organizations.
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Discounts for everyone
Aside from the change of address coupons you get in the mail, you may qualify for other discounts and freebies when you move.
If you’re using U-Haul to rent a truck, for example, you can also get a free month of storage rental through the moving company. To be eligible, you’ll need to rent a one-way truck or trailer. You’ll also want to make sure you’re in a participating location, so call your nearest U-Haul locations.
Looking for coupons? Check sites like Groupon that can show you local deals in your area.
Discounts for AAA members
If you’re an AAA member, you have access to several moving discounts that you might not know about. Here’s the breakdown:
- Atlas Van Lines: When you move with Atlas, you can receive up to $100,000 in belongings protection at no additional cost. You may also qualify for state-specific discounts.
- Penske: Enjoy a minimum of 12% off on truck rentals and moving supplies.
- SimpliSafe: After settling into your new home, get 15% off a customized SimpliSafe security system. Plus, you’ll receive a free HD indoor camera and one month of professional monitoring at no charge.
- The UPS Store: If you’re shipping boxes to your new address, you can save 5% on shipping costs and 15% on packing supplies.
Discounts for teachers and students
Teachers and students can save money when it comes to moving. Here are some of the discounts we found:
- Budget gives teachers 20% off local moves and 15% off one-way moves when they use code TEACH at checkout. Students can get the same discount when they use code TRUKU at checkout. (Not a student or teacher? If you’re a Costco member, you can save 25% on Budget truck rentals.)
- If you’re a student moving back home for the summer, Amerifreight offers a $25 discount on shipping your car back home. You’ll have to contact the company and provide proof that you’re enrolled in college via your student ID. Once approved, the discount will be applied to your shipping quote.
Moving discounts for senior citizens
If you’re a senior citizen, there are a few discounts available to you when it comes time to move. Here are a few to explore:
- Much like the student discount, Amerifreight also offers seniors $25 off to ship a car. You’ll have to show proof by submitting a photo of your ID.
- If you need moving services ranging from packing and loading to international moves, International Van Lines offers seniors a 15% discount.
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