Question 1

What is the cheapest way to ship a car internationally?

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The cheapest way to ship a car internationally is generally Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where cars drive onto and off the ship, costing around $900-$2,500+ depending on destination, as it avoids packaging and crane costs. For more protection, Shared Container shipping (grouping cars) is the next cheapest, while booking through platforms like Shiply or using companies with price matching, like SGT Auto Transport or Sherpa, can also find competitive rates.

Question 2

How much to import a car from Brazil to the USA?

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Importing a car from Brazil to the U.S. involves significant costs, primarily shipping ( around $2,000-$2,500+ via sea RoRo/container), plus a 2.5% duty on modern cars, a 25% duty for trucks (Chicken Tax), plus customs fees, handling, and potential DOT bonds, with total expenses highly dependent on the vehicle's value, type (classic vs. modern), and specific origin/destination ports, requiring quotes from international shippers.

Question 3

How much is the import fee for cars in Germany?

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Standard Import Duties for Vehicles
 Basic Import Duty: 10% of the vehicle's declared value. Value Added Tax (VAT): 19% calculated on the combined total of the vehicle's value, shipping costs, and the 10% import duty.

Question 4

How expensive is it to ship furniture internationally?

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The average cost of an international move — including expenses like shipping and moving services — can range from about $3,000 to $18,000 or more. However, smaller moves over shorter distances may cost less, while larger, longer-distance moves may cost more.

Question 5

How much does it cost to ship a piece of furniture across the country?

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The average price to move furniture within the U.S. ranges between $300 and $1,000. If you're only moving a short distance, you'll likely pay between $300 and $800 per piece of furniture, while long-distance moving costs can range from $475 to $1,600 per item.

Question 6

What is the cheapest way to send a piece of furniture?

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The cheapest way to ship furniture often involves Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight for larger items or sharing space, using bus freight for distance savings if it fits rules, or trying ride-share apps (Dolly, GoShare) for local moves ; for very tight budgets, DIY with a rental truck/U-Haul, or even selling & repurchasing might beat shipping costs. Proper packaging with cardboard, moving blankets, and corner protectors is crucial to avoid damage, which drastically increases costs.

Question 7

How much does it cost to ship appliances?

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How Much Does It Cost To Ship Appliances? In general, for an appliance shipping service, you can expect to pay around $1.81 per mile for shorter trips and $0.59 per mile for longer journeys.

Question 8

How long does shipping from Brazil take?

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Sea shipping between Brazil and the US generally takes 15 to 30 days to the East Coast and 30 to 50 days to the West Coast.

Question 9

Why is shipping to Brazil so expensive?

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Import Tariffs and Taxes
 Brazil's import tariffs remain relatively high in 2025. The Tax on Circulation of Goods and Services (ICMS) and the Industrialized Product Tax (IPI) continue to add to the overall cost of shipping products to Brazil.

Question 10

How much does it cost to ship a piano internationally?

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Upright Piano Shipping Costs
 Upright pianos, being more compact, cost less to ship internationally. On average, you'll pay between $2,000 to $5,000 for overseas shipping of an upright piano. This price typically includes basic packing, transportation, and standard insurance.

Question 11

How much does it cost to have movers move a piano?

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Piano moving costs typically range from $200-$400 for a simple local upright move to $1,000-$2,000 or more for a grand piano across long distances, with factors like stairs, distance (often $1.50-$10/mile), piano size, and obstacles (e.g., tight turns, elevators) adding significant fees ($5-$240+ per stair/obstacle). Expect a minimum cost of around $250-$300, even for short moves.

Question 12

Is a piano dolly better than hiring movers?

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Lifting such a monstrous piece of equipment is back-breaking work, even if you're only lifting it onto a dolly. Many times, confident homeowners attempt to lift a piano and not only damage the instrument but injure themselves. Next time, err on the side of caution: let professionals handle the heavy lifting instead.

Question 13

What is the best way to transport gym equipment?

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But make sure they do not get exposed on the trunk. Moving tip protect any moving parts anything that could actually move when it's already put on the truck. Remember not following this tip.

Question 14

How much does it cost to move an elliptical machine?

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Moving an elliptical can cost anywhere from $75 to $500+, depending on if you DIY or hire pros; professional movers might charge $150-$400 for heavy models, while task apps (like Airtasker ) can be $70-$200, or you can use truck rentals (U-Haul, Home Depot) for cheaper transport if you can move it yourself. Costs vary by distance, machine weight, and if you need disassembly or just pickup/haul-away for disposal, which can start around $115.

Question 15

What can I use to move heavy gym equipment?

Accepted Answer

Furniture sliders are great if you're just trying to get something from one end of a room to another. Moving dollies can be helpful if you're moving a lot of equipment, as this gives you more control and helps you limit damage.

Question 16

How much does a 50 lb package cost to ship?

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Shipping a 50 lb package typically costs anywhere from $40 to over $100, depending heavily on distance, speed, and carrier, with FedEx/UPS Ground being cheapest for long hauls (~$75-$85), USPS Ground Advantage for regional/short distances (~$38-$128 depending on zone/service), and faster services like FedEx 2Day costing around $65+. For heavy boxes, carriers apply extra fees, so compare FedEx Ground, UPS Ground, and USPS Ground Advantage, plus consider flat-rate options if the box is compact.

Question 17

How long does shipping from Brazil take?

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Sea shipping between Brazil and the US generally takes 15 to 30 days to the East Coast and 30 to 50 days to the West Coast.

Question 18

Will FedEx ship a mattress?

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Can I ship a mattress through FedEx? Yes, you can. If you're shipping a mattress, you must pack it in a mattress shipping box. We also recommend that you pack it in heavy-duty plastic before you box and ship it.

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