"Honestly, if I'm doing all my classwork online, I can do that from home," Stephen said. "My parents could use a hand managing things, and there's no sense staying here. The only hassle is I don't know how long this situation is going to be this way. I don't want to bring all of my stuff back home just to turn around and have to bring it back a few weeks from now. I'd leave it in my place, but my … [Read more...]
Pandemic & Politics Drive Desire to Move Out of Country to New Heights
Just a few days ago, the New York Times asked "Will you leave the country if Trump is re-elected?" It's a question that's on lots of people's minds. Forbes shared tips on how affluent Americans can move to Denmark, where COVID containment strategies appear to be more effective than what we have here. If you're pondering an international move from Boston yourself, there are some things you need … [Read more...]
Hey, College Students: Did You Bring Too Much Stuff To School?
"With COVID, I didn't know how much I'd be able to go around and get things when I needed them," Jodie said. "My Mom was pretty worried about that. So I wound up bringing everything with me, and I mean everything." She looked around her small bedroom, crammed with sports gear, clothing, and lots of other stuff. "But this is ridiculous. I need room to move around." If you've discovered you don't … [Read more...]
Don’t Stress, Science People: Full Service Lab Moving is Available!
Whether you're exploring the frontiers of biotechnology, delving into the fundamental forces that shape the universe, or are trying to figure out the newest technological innovation the world can't live without, there's one thing that's clear - nobody wants to move the lab. Packing up delicate scientific equipment, electronics, and all of the stuff that goes into making science happen is a big … [Read more...]
Sending Special Packages to Cheer Up Friends During Pandemic is Fall’s Best Holiday Trend
As a package and shipping company in Boston, we see our fair share of people coming in to send gifts to families & loved ones. This type of shipment normally picks up later in the fall, as people want to be sure Christmas presents arrive in time, but we're already seeing increasing numbers of people coming in saying things like: "My best friend needs to be cheered up so I need this to get … [Read more...]
Shipping Computers So They Don’t Get Broken – Insider Tips
"My son wants me to ship him a computer he was storing here," Marianne said. "I'm happy to do it, but I have concerns. What's the best way to ship a computer from Boston to California without it getting broken?" As Boston shipping specialists, we help a lot of people and businesses ship computers, computer servers, gaming systems, laptops, tablets, and other electronics. These items are … [Read more...]
College Student Moves are Harder When Mom & Dad Can’t Help Because of COVID
"My parents are fantastic," Mackenzie said. "They'd do anything for me. But Mom has serious health issues and Dad is her caregiver. I can't ask them to come up here and take that risk just to help me move my stuff." The Emerson student was not expecting to move at this time. However, roommate issues happen. "When we were talking about how I should handle this, my Dad asked "Are there any Boston … [Read more...]
Planning an International Move Now Requires Special Expertise
Moving from the United States to another country was never a super easy process, but by and large it was manageable, especially if you worked with an experienced international moving company. Factor Coronavirus into the mix, and things are now even more complex. Any international move has two primary components: moving the people, and moving their things. Right now, it's the people portion of … [Read more...]
Making an Interstate Move Less Stressful for Your Kids
"2020 has been full of challenges and now we're pulling up stakes and moving to Vermont," Stephanie said. "My three kids have already had a hard year, and now this. What's the best way to make a move less stressful for kids?" Children aren't any more fond of change than adults are. Moving is one of the bigger stresses anyone ever goes through, and the fact that this move is happening during a … [Read more...]
For Boston businesses navigating COVID challenges, choosing the right package and delivery company is essential.
"We're a small enough brand that we don't have a storefront presence of our own," Shawnee said. The Massachusetts entrepreneur provides specialty candles, soaps, and other handmade products to spas and lifestyle boutiques. "Many of those businesses had to shut their doors for quite a while, and even those that are open are seeing far less traffic than they did pre-pandemic. So it isn't a matter of … [Read more...]
