{"id":5315,"date":"2024-09-23T23:15:05","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T04:15:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-open-a-moving-company-in-10-steps.html"},"modified":"2025-06-26T15:04:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T20:04:00","slug":"how-to-open-a-moving-company-in-10-steps","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-open-a-moving-company-in-10-steps.html","title":{"rendered":"How To Open a Moving Company in 10 Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section data-testid=\"fl-simple-hero\"  class=\"fl-simple-hero\">\n    <div class=\"fl-simple-hero-container fl-container fl-flex fl-items-center\">\n                <div class=\"fl-simple-hero-title\" data-testid=\"fl-simple-hero-title\">How To Open a Moving Company in 10 Steps<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n    <div class=\"fl-container\">\n        <div class=\"updated-breadcrumb-list\">\n            <ol>\n                        <li>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\">FindLaw <\/a>\n                <span class=\"breadcrumb-separator\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\/<\/span>\n            <\/li>\n                                <li aria-current=\"page\">How To Open a Moving Company in 10 Steps<\/li>\n            <\/ol>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30  wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30\">\n<div class=\"fl-section-main fl-page-articles fl-section-main fl-section-main-full-width\"><h1 class=\"fl-no-margin-top\">How To Open a Moving Company in 10 Steps<\/h1>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image fl-no-margin\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https://www.findlaw.com/static/c/images\/image\/upload\/ability-law\/wp-prod\/content-original-images-GettyImages-509259811.jpg\" alt=\"People Moving Boxes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<section class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline\">\n    <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-content\">\n                    By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/kimberly-lekman-esq\/\">Kimberly Lekman, Esq.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by <a\n                href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/tim-kelly-j-d\/\">Tim Kelly, J.D.<\/a>\n                | Last reviewed\n        <time>\n                            June 26, 2025\n                    <\/time>\n    <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-editorial-note fl-text-sm\">\n            <p>Editorial Note: We earn a commission from affiliate partner links on FindLaw. Commissions do not affect the editorial integrity of our legal content.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    \n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-legally-reviewed\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Legally Reviewed\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy, clarity, and style by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team.html\">FindLaw\u2019s team of legal writers and attorneys<\/a> and in accordance with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/company-history\/editorial-policy.html\">our editorial standards<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-fast-checked\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Fact-Checked\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/contributing-authors.html\">contributing authors<\/a>. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n\n    <div class=\"fl-callout-text article-blockquote\">\n        <p>One thing a business owner can be sure of is that people will always be moving in and out of their homes and offices. If your business dream is to help with these moves, these 10 steps can help you start a profitable and legal moving company.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Form your LLC with confidence.\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/legalzoomcominc.pxf.io\/c\/4851649\/2115288\/26746?subId1=how-to-open-a-moving-company-in-10-steps-in-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our trusted partner LegalZoom has packages starting at $0 + filing fees.<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"tableOfContent\">\n    <div class=\"table-of-contents\">\n        <span role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" class=\"table-of-contents__title\">10 Steps to Open a Moving Company<\/span>\n                <ul class=\"table-of-contents__list\">\n                        <li><a href=\"#Plan\" title=\"1. Create a Detailed Business Plan\">1. Create a Detailed Business Plan<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Marketing\" title=\"2. Write a Marketing Plan\">2. Write a Marketing Plan<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Name\" title=\"3. Choose a Name for Your Moving Business\">3. Choose a Name for Your Moving Business<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Structure\" title=\"4. Decide on Your Business&#039;s Legal Structure\">4. Decide on Your Business&#8217;s Legal Structure<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Bank\" title=\"5. Open a Business Bank Account\">5. Open a Business Bank Account<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#EIN\" title=\"6. Get an EIN and Pay Taxes\">6. Get an EIN and Pay Taxes<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Funding\" title=\"7. Look for Funding\">7. Look for Funding<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Permits\" title=\"8. Get the Permits and Licenses You Need\">8. Get the Permits and Licenses You Need<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Insurance\" title=\"9. Get a Good Insurance Policy\">9. Get a Good Insurance Policy<\/a><\/li>\n                        <li><a href=\"#Hire\" title=\"10. Hire Employees\">10. Hire Employees<\/a><\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"general-step-component\">\n    <div class=\"steps-container\">\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            1\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Plan\">Create a Detailed Business Plan<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>To build a successful moving company, you need to do the hard work of\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | Contents of a Written Business Plan\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/contents-of-a-written-business-plan.html\">creating a business plan<\/a>. A business plan is a formal document that serves as a roadmap for your business. The contents of your\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | Creating a Business Plan\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/creating-a-business-plan.html\">business plan<\/a>\u00a0will vary depending on your business goals and preferences.<\/p>\n<h3>Contents of a Moving Business Business Plan<\/h3>\n<p>Your business plan should contain:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic information about your moving company<\/li>\n<li>The name, location, and\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | What Is a Registered Agent?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/what-is-a-registered-agent-.html\">registered agent<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Location and date of incorporation if you create a legal entity<\/li>\n<li>Your business&#8217;s purpose and goals<\/li>\n<li>A list of the company&#8217;s managers or members<\/li>\n<li>Marketing plan for getting the word out about your services, including market research<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"FindLaw | Financing a Small Business Through Loans\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/financing-a-business-faq.html\">Financial plans<\/a>\u00a0and financial projections, including funding plans and a breakeven analysis<\/li>\n<li>A precise list of\u00a0<a title=\"Start-Up Costs: Overview\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-finances\/start-up-costs-overview.html\">startup costs and ongoing operating expenses<\/a>\u00a0(it would help to base this on a detailed description of the types of moving services you&#8217;ll offer and your price structure)<\/li>\n<li>Your startup plans and ideas for expansion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As you launch your moving company, you might decide to start small with local moves for friends and neighbors. This can help you build good reviews and a reputation. If you&#8217;re moving customers from home to home within the same town, you can make several trips with your pickup truck.<\/p>\n<p>Once profitable, you might upgrade to a larger vehicle and\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | Commercial Leases and Zoning\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/commercial-leases-and-zoning.html\">lease a commercial office location<\/a>. Before committing to a lease, make sure local zoning laws allow moving companies in your chosen area.<\/p>\n<h3>Pricing Moving Business Services<\/h3>\n<p>Your pricing structure is another critical part of your business plan. Depending on your location and customer expectations, you might fare better by offering low prices rather than premium services. You will need to research your\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | Competitive Analysis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/competitive-analysis.html\">competitors&#8217; prices and offerings<\/a>\u00a0to find out which strategy is the most effective. The pricing structure for a moving business can get complicated because of the many variables involved. You&#8217;ll need to charge more for long-distance moves and large estates than you will for simple local moves. Make sure to provide for these pricing factors in your business plan.<\/p>\n<p>After you&#8217;ve created your pricing structure, you can start to figure out how to become profitable. Consider all your expenses against the calculated prices. This information will help you determine how much business you need before you become profitable. This is called a\u00a0<a title=\"How To Do a Break-Even Analysis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/how-to-do-a-break-even-analysis-before-starting-your-business.html\">break-even analysis<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Plan for Obstacles<\/h3>\n<p>As you conclude your business plan, make sure to think through contingency plans for any roadblocks you believe your company might face. For example, how will your business cope with an economic slowdown? Or how would you handle customer dissatisfaction? Consider any potential problems specific to your business and location. Then, form backup plans.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            2\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Marketing\">Write a Marketing Plan<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>Your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/marketing-and-advertising-laws.html\" title=\"FindLaw | Marketing and Advertising Laws\">marketing plan<\/a>&nbsp;will form part of your business plan. This is your opportunity to get creative. Determine what services your customers need and how you will offer them. You should also figure out your pricing structure.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Research your target market<\/b>:&nbsp;As you begin writing your marketing plan, think about who your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/your-target-market.html\" title=\"FindLaw | Your Target Market\">target market<\/a>&nbsp;is. Also, consider which of your services will be in the highest demand. In certain areas, your target customers might be particularly interested in packing services. Customers who need to move quickly or who work long hours may be willing to pay a premium to avoid the hassle of packing boxes themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Determine services<\/b>:&nbsp;If your target market includes young families, they might prioritize speed and value. Knowing your target market can determine whether they&#8217;re after premium services, low prices, or superior customer service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Encourage referrals<\/b>:&nbsp;As a moving company, repeat customers will not be likely. But your customers might refer you to their friends and family by word of mouth. To help your customers give referrals, it&#8217;s a good idea to pass out business cards. Don&#8217;t forget to let your customers know about your website and social media, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Build an online presence<\/b>:&nbsp;To ensure your community knows about your services, you should find ways to spread the word. As with any new business, your moving company will need a good website. It&#8217;s a good idea to maintain a social media presence, too. This allows you to interact with your customers. A simple and free way to drum up some business as you start is to put an ad in a local Facebook group.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Another good place to gather information about the moving industry is your state&#8217;s movers association. For a list of state movers associations, visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/protect-your-move\/state-movers-associations\" title=\"State Movers Associations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration<\/a>. If you choose to join your local movers association, several benefits are involved. They often offer moving business forums, marketing assistance, and industry education.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            3\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Name\">Choose a Name for Your Moving Business<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>You&#8217;ll want to think of a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/choosing-your-business-name.html\" title=\"Choosing Your Business Name\">business name<\/a>\u00a0that describes your moving services and is easy to remember. With that in mind, ensure your name is unique. You should conduct a thorough search to ensure your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/starting-your-own-business-business-name-availability.html\" title=\"How To Check if a Business Name Is Still Available\">name is available<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Pick a Unique Moving Company Name<\/h3>\n<p>It would be best to ensure that no other moving businesses or similar companies use the same name as yours. This is important to avoid claims that you&#8217;re\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/intellectual-property\/trademark-infringement-law-q-a.html\" title=\"Trademark Infringement Law FAQ\">infringing on another company&#8217;s trademark<\/a>. If another business sues you for trademark infringement, you&#8217;ll have to rebrand, change your name, and pay their attorney&#8217;s fees and damages. You should search the internet for similar names to avoid this legal hassle.<\/p>\n<p>Next, search the United States Patent and Trademark Office&#8217;s (USPTO&#8217;s)\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uspto.gov\/trademarks\/search\" title=\"Search USPTO Trademark Database\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trademark database<\/a>\u00a0for similar registered trademarks.<\/p>\n<h3>Review State Registered Entities<\/h3>\n<p>Finally, visit your local secretary of state or similar state agency website to search for registered business names. With adequate research, you can be relatively confident that your name doesn&#8217;t infringe on another business&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-100799097-15070889?sid=how-to-open-a-moving-company-in-10-steps&#038;auto-aff-trademark-registration\" class=\"diy-biz-affiliate\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-cta=\"Biz Auto LZ - LATL Txt\" data-cta-url=\"legalzoom.com\" target=\"_blank\">trademark<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Once you&#8217;re satisfied that your business name is unique, check to make sure that you&#8217;re following all of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/register-your-business-name-state-resources.html\" title=\"Register Your Business Name: State Resources\">your state&#8217;s other naming requirements<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            4\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Structure\">Decide on Your Business&#8217;s Legal Structure<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>All businesses have a\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | What Is a Business Entity?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/what-is-a-business-entity-.html\">legal structure<\/a>, whether they choose one or not. If you open a business yourself, the default business structure will be a\u00a0<a title=\"Sole Proprietorship Advantages and Disadvantages\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/sole-proprietorship-advantages-and-disadvantages.html\">sole proprietorship<\/a>. If two or more people own it, it&#8217;s a\u00a0<a title=\"General and Limited Partnerships\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/the-small-business-partnership-general-and-limited-partnerships.html\">partnership<\/a>\u00a0by default. Your business will remain a sole proprietorship or partnership unless you take action to register it as a different\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | Incorporation and Legal Structures\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures.html\">type of legal entity<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>As a startup moving company, consider structuring your moving company as a <a class=\"diy-biz-affiliate\" href=\"https:\/\/legalzoomcominc.pxf.io\/c\/4851649\/2115288\/26746?subId1=how-to-open-a-moving-company-in-10-steps&amp;auto-aff-llc\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-cta=\"Biz Auto LZ - LATL Txt\" data-cta-url=\"legalzoom.com\" target=\"_blank\">limited liability company<\/a> (<a title=\"FindLaw | LLCs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/llcs.html\">LLC<\/a>) or a corporation. These structures allow you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tax advantages<\/li>\n<li>Limited liability so your personal assets can&#8217;t be seized in the event of a lawsuit against the company<\/li>\n<li>Protect your home, cars, and other assets from risks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most moving companies organize their business structure as an <a class=\"diy-biz-affiliate\" href=\"https:\/\/legalzoomcominc.pxf.io\/c\/4851649\/2115288\/26746?subId1=how-to-open-a-moving-company-in-10-steps&amp;auto-aff-llc\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-cta=\"Biz Auto LZ - LATL Txt\" data-cta-url=\"legalzoom.com\" target=\"_blank\">LLC<\/a>. An LLC has fewer restrictions than\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | How To Start a Corporation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/checklist-starting-a-corporation.html\">forming a corporation<\/a>. This makes it a popular small business structure for small businesses.<\/p>\n<p>To\u00a0<a title=\"FindLaw | Forming an LLC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/forming-an-llc.html\">form an LLC<\/a>, you need to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have your unique business name ready<\/li>\n<li>File your articles of organization<\/li>\n<li>Pay a filing fee with the state<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"EIN FAQ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-taxes\/employer-identification-number-ein-faq.html\">Employer identification number\u00a0<\/a>(EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Write an\u00a0<a title=\"Sample LLC Operating Agreement\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/sample-llc-operating-agreement.html\">LLC operating agreement<\/a>. Although this might not be a legal requirement, it&#8217;s a good idea for all LLCs to have an operating agreement. It forms the agreement among your LLC members regarding management, finances, and other issues.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            5\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Bank\">Open a Business Bank Account<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>To keep your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/incorporation-and-legal-structures\/corporation-versus-llc.html\" title=\"Corporation vs. LLC: What Is Best for Your New Business?\">LLC or corporation&#8217;s<\/a>&nbsp;limited liability status, you need to follow a few rules:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don&#8217;t combine personal and business funds in one account<\/li>\n<li>Avoid paying personal debts from the business account<\/li>\n<li>Open a business bank account and only use this account for business deposits and expenses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mixing your funds opens you up to personal liability. This is known as piercing the corporate veil.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            6\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"EIN\">Get an EIN and Pay Taxes<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>You must get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) to employ people legally. An EIN is a unique number that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) uses to identify businesses. It&#8217;s easy to get one, and you can even <a title=\"Employer Identification Number\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-non-profits\/employer-identification-number\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">apply online<\/a>. Even if you don&#8217;t hire employees, you will still need an EIN to open a bank account and file your business taxes.<\/p>\n<p>As a business, you&#8217;ll need to pay both\u00a0<a title=\"Start-Up Tax Issues\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-taxes\/start-up-tax-issues.html\">federal and state taxes<\/a>. The types and amounts of state taxes you will pay will vary by state. Contact a\u00a0<a title=\"Find a Local Business Organizations Lawyer\" href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/business-organizations\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">business attorney<\/a>\u00a0or check your\u00a0<a title=\"IRS | State Government Websites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/businesses\/small-businesses-self-employed\/state-government-websites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">state website<\/a>\u00a0to learn about your state tax obligations. Your federal tax obligations will include income tax, employment tax, self-employment tax, and possibly excise tax.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            7\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Funding\">Look for Funding<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>When you first create your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/start-up-basics.html\" title=\"Start-Up Basics\">startup<\/a>, you may not need outside funding. If you have a truck or van and are willing to work hard, there might not be much to purchase when you start. Aside from your vehicle, your main expenses will be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Moving equipment, such as ropes, hand trucks, boxes, tape, moving blankets, packing materials, and dollies<\/li>\n<li>Fuel and other vehicle expenses, including maintenance<\/li>\n<li>Personal safety items like gloves and back braces<\/li>\n<li>Insurance coverage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you choose to expand your business, you might want to make purchases to handle more moving jobs. This may include larger moving trucks or trailers. A warehouse may become another added expense when expanding.<\/p>\n<p>To finance your expansion, you could consider applying for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-finances\/equity-investments-vs-loans.html\" title=\"Equity Investments vs. Loans\">loan or seeking an equity investment<\/a>. You&#8217;ll probably need a banking resolution to get a loan if you have a corporation or an LLC. A banking resolution is an agreement you make with the other company members. It spells out your members&#8217; duties and responsibilities regarding banking tasks. An investor will probably ask to see your business plan and articles of organization or operating agreement before investing.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            8\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Permits\">Get the Permits and Licenses You Need<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>As a moving business, you may need several\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/business-licenses-and-permits.html\" title=\"FindLaw | Business Licenses and Permits\">licenses<\/a>\u00a0to operate legally. Depending on your location and moving radius, you might have to get federal and state licenses.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Federal license<\/b>:\u00a0The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.transportation.gov\/trucking-and-motorcoaches\" title=\"Trucking and Motorcoaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)<\/a>\u00a0requires you to have a federal license for long-distance moves that cross state lines.<\/li>\n<li><b>Local and state licenses<\/b>:\u00a0State agencies often require a special license or permit for moving household goods. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sba.gov\/business-guide\/launch-your-business\/apply-licenses-permits\" title=\"SBA | Apply for Licenses and Permits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">United States Small Business Administration<\/a>\u00a0recommends that you check your state&#8217;s website for your permitting requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you plan on using a large vehicle bigger than an SUV or truck, you might need an oversized load permit and a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/registration\/commercial-drivers-license\" title=\"Commercial Driver&#039;s License Program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">commercial driver&#8217;s license<\/a>\u00a0(CDL) from the local department of motor vehicles (DMV). Each state has its own set of rules about whether you need a special oversized or overweight permit. A list of state requirements can be found at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ops.fhwa.dot.gov\/freight\/sw\/permit_report\/index.htm#obt\" title=\"Oversize\/Overweight Load Permits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDOT<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            9\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Insurance\">Get a Good Insurance Policy<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>All moving industry <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/starting-a-business\/what-is-business-insurance-.html?fli=latl_biz_howto:diy_biz_ins:txt\">businesses need a good\u00a0insurance policy<\/a>\u00a0to protect against lawsuits and other risks. You&#8217;ll want comprehensive insurance coverage that considers all the heavy lifting, driving, construction, and other\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/employment-law-and-human-resources\/heat-stress-osha-regulations.html\">physical hazards<\/a>\u00a0involved.<\/p>\n<p>A moving company takes on several\u00a0<a title=\"Business Liability\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/liability-and-insurance\/business-liability.html\">liability risks<\/a>. There&#8217;s a risk of injury to workers and customers, but also a risk of property damage and automobile accidents. Finally, there&#8217;s the risk of damage to the property that your customers trust you with. So, you will need several types of insurance to cover those different types of risks. Those insurance types include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Comprehensive General Liability Insurance\" href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.findlaw.com\/definition\/comprehensive-general-liability-insurance.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">General liability insurance<\/a>\u00a0in case of accidents<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Automobile Insurance Policy Coverage\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/automobile-insurance-policy-coverage.html\">Auto insurance<\/a>\u00a0to cover your moving vehicle<\/li>\n<li>Cargo insurance to cover the items you&#8217;re moving if they are damaged in the process of moving (this type of insurance provides you with a financial safety net)<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Workers&#039; Compensation | FindLaw\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/workers-compensation.html\">Workers&#8217; compensation<\/a>\u00a0insurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your state may have minimum requirements for your insurance coverage and types. You should ask your insurance agent or a business attorney if you are unsure about these minimums.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"steps-container-item\">\n                <div class=\"category-overview category-overview-item-steps\">\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-heading category-overview-heading-steps\">\n                        <div class=\"category-overview-steps\">\n                            10\n                        <\/div>\n                        <h2 class=\"category-overview-steps-title\" id=\"Hire\">Hire Employees<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"category-overview-content-steps\">\n                        <p>You may not need to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/employment-law-and-human-resources\/the-hiring-process.html\" title=\"The Hiring Process\">hire staff<\/a>\u00a0when starting your moving company. But as you grow and get more clients, you might find that you can&#8217;t move by yourself.<\/p>\n<p>A large part of a moving business&#8217;s success will depend on the skills and courtesy of the movers themselves. If you hire employees to represent your business, you should ensure they&#8217;re careful with your clients&#8217; belongings. Your workers are the face of your business and should work well with customers. An\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/employment-law-and-human-resources\/guide-to-creating-employee-handbooks.html\" title=\"Guide To Creating Employing Handbooks\">employee handbook<\/a>\u00a0and training policy can help your business avoid public relations issues and damages.<\/p>\n<p>As an employer, you must have\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/workers-compensation\/workers-compensation-basics.html\" title=\"Workers&#039; Compensation Basics\">workers&#8217; compensation<\/a>\u00a0insurance. 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