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Joe S.

This company and these men and women were the absolute best from start to finish. From the first contact with them on the phone to the in person visit to assess my move needs they were truly professional and patient and courteous. I moved from Los Angeles to New York City with them and again from NYC to Las Vegas and again from Las Vegas back to NYC. My career takes me to many places for both long and short periods of time and I will use Starving Students Movers every time. And by the way, Ethan M goes out of his way above and beyond in every way possible to make his customers happy with his service. thank you Starving Students Movers for always being there.

Looks local, but isnt!

Liars!!! Company is not what you think. Name is to reference the journey of how the owners started. You will not be getting a more budget friendly option, while helping out local college kids. (Misleading!) I called and they quoted 2 guys and a truck for $500 first 3hrs. After that it would be $120per hour for all 3. They charged $250 deposit, that's fine. Then on to moving day. I live in Utah, these guys are based in California. I didn't know that from the website. Picture below. Anyways, they had outsourced me to 3rd party company! 3 non student, grownass men, show up with a Uhaul truck. They tell me I now have to pay for this 3rd person I didn't even know was coming. Because they rented a Uhaul....they passed all extra fees from that to me. Went from $500-$620 move....too $1100 they charged. Starving students essentially made money, hiring a local for me.......( I thought they were the local!) ​

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Thank you so much Lisa, well appreciated!

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Jennifer it was an absolute pleasure working with you.

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Really great business that is very trustworthy and would definitely recommend! No issues or complaints, very straightforward moving process.

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