Dmitrii Malashkin
Dmitrii Malashkin is an author and expert in the moving industry with over 13 years of hands-on experience. From 2013 to 2016, he built his foundation working in the family business, and in 2016 he launched Born to Move Movers — now operating across Boston, Chicago, New York, and beyond. He writes about relocation logistics, moving best practices, and everything that helps people move smarter and stress-free.
60 articles published
Articles by Dmitrii Malashkin
Bill of Lading for Movers: What It Is and Why It Matters
A bill of lading for movers is the legal contract on every move. Learn the DOT rules, required fields, and how AI estimates prefill your paperwork.
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Video Survey Moving Estimates: Quote Jobs Without Visits
A video survey moving estimate lets movers quote jobs remotely using AI furniture measurement and cubic-feet calculation — no in-home visit required.
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Video Survey Moving Estimates: How AI Scanning Works
A video survey moving estimate uses AI to scan a customer smartphone walkthrough, measure cubic feet, and build accurate quotes without any in-home visit.
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Moving Company Storage: Options, Costs & How It Works
Moving company storage explained: in-transit vs long-term options, monthly cost drivers, climate control, valuation coverage, and how movers track inventory.
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Moving Company Software: Streamline Dispatch & Payroll
Compare how moving company software automates dispatch, scheduling, and payroll. See real workflows, costs, and ROI, then choose the right platform.
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How to Write a Business Plan for a Moving Company Startup
Learn how to write a business plan moving company owners take to lenders — covering licensing, USDOT, startup costs, pricing, and financial projections.
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How to Pay Your Moving Crew: Hourly vs Commission Pay
Learn how to pay your moving crew with hourly, commission, and per-job models compared — plus payroll pitfalls to avoid and margin-protection tips.
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Moving Company Dispatch and Crew Scheduling Explained
Moving company dispatch and crew scheduling done right ends the phone-tag whiteboard. Learn to assign trucks, sync a crew calendar, and cut overtime.
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Binding Video Moving Estimate: What Your CRM Needs
Binding video moving estimate tools help movers quote accurately from home. See what CRM features to look for and why they win more jobs and cut costs.
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