Established moving companies offer multiple methods of payment, including cash, personal checks, money orders, company checks, and credit cards. Be wary of any company that only accepts cash as they may not offer legitimate moving services backed by the government. Always check the company’s website and reviews to ensure they are a legitimate business to prevent complications. They should also have insurance or do not give them your money.  As a safety precaution, some movers choose not to take payments in cash to forestall any possibility of loss or theft. On the other hand, credit cards are typically a better choice when it comes to long-distance interstate moves because the associated costs can easily reach the thousands. It is risky to carry around a large amount of cash, and most credit card companies have customer assistance programs in place to assist cardholders who have been the victim of fraud.