For over two decades Jordan River Moving & Storage has focused on quality, integrity, and giving back to the community. No doubt that is why in 2023, when so many other moving companies were collapsing due to soaring interest rates that were forcing homeowners to stay put, Jordan River managed to not only stay afloat, but to take great care of its employees. Founded in 2000 by Sharon (Sean) Joseph and Yaacov (Kobi) Bracha, this family owned and operated company started with nothing but a few trucks and strong backs. Today they have offices in Kirkland and the Portland/Vancouver area (servicing the West Coast, Pacific Northwest, and Canada); as well as on the East Coast (servicing South Carolina and New York). They also have large warehouses on both coasts to store items if needed during your transaction.

     When I spoke with Sean this year, he was thrilled to report that business was on a definite uptick compared with last year at this time. Besides being a full-service moving company, not a broker, Jordan River has multiple licenses listed on their website that allow them to service your needs while directly avoiding the middleman and saving you money. They have authority to perform local moves in multiple states and are military approved to haul and store DOD shipments. They also specialize in moving the elderly and are listed on the Answers for Elders website (www.answersforelders.net) as a preferred mover.

     Speaking to this, Sean has been posting podcasts on the Answers for Elders website that are packed with information on what is most important to consider when moving the elderly. “We specialize in senior moves, and a lot more senior living communities are utilizing our services now because they realize our expertise in this area,” he says. For this reason, senior moves now make up a substantial portion of their business, so they are expanding those services in 2024.

     Another area in which they have become a powerhouse is international moves. Yet regardless of whether you’re moving locally, long distance, or overseas, their committed team will assist you throughout your relocation. Their fully equipped movers are trained to handle complete home and office moves. Relocation consultants will provide you with quality customer service before, during, and after your move. Customers can pack boxes on their own or opt for a full-service move with Jordan River’s highly trained employees packing everything. If you have treasured antiques, a piano, or a motorcycle, no worries. Jordan River partners with multiple auto transporters to fulfill all your shipping needs anywhere worldwide.

     Multiple service awards from companies like Angie’s List, as well as being a preferred mover for Microsoft, also top their list of achievements. The bottom line is, repeat customers and referrals have kept the company thriving year after year. These referrals say it all:

     “This is not my first time having this amazing company help me. They are incredible. On time, efficient, quick… And oh so kind. My list could go on and on. The crew? Kind, huge hearts and they go over and beyond being understanding and helpful! I would not have any other company help me!”—Teri H.

     “From scheduling to a very efficient delivery, this was a great experience. Highly recommend!”—Torrence B.

     Most importantly, Jordan River prides itself on having honesty and integrity, something often missing from the industry. From the moment you talk to their sales staff to the moment you receive your goods from their movers, this pride is evident. “Our movers are highly trained, drug free, and work exclusively for our company,” says Sean. “Many of our employees have been with us for over ten years, as we are more like a family.” Sean also considers his local community to be part of the Jordan River family, supporting many of the Lake Washington schools as well as offering clients their “Move for Hunger” program. “Our movers will pack any unopened, non-perishable items free of charge for our customers and deliver them to the local food bank,” says Sean proudly.

     What Sean is most proud of, however, are the relationships Jordan River has established within the local community. As Sean points out, “It’s in our nature. We ourselves came here as foreigners, so we have the patience and understanding to work with clients of all backgrounds and ethnicities and those clients reward us by recommending us to friends and family and using us for their own moves.”

     Finally, Sean wants to thank the realty community for supporting Jordan River Moving and Storage by regularly referring clients to them. “We have expanded our presence in the realty community between 2023 and 2024 so that a majority of our business now is coming from realtors and realtor referrals,” he says gratefully. “Even I was surprised at the level of support and referrals we are getting from realtors. Seattle Real Producers has helped with that, but this segment of our business was already growing prior to that, so we thank you all!”

     To schedule your move or learn more about their services, go to www.jordanrivermoving.com.