As the year draws to a close, you may be considering what 2023 holds for you. If you know there's a household move on the calendar, there are some things you can start doing now to save yourself stress then. #1) Book Your Movers Now. Why call the Boston moving company if you're not planning a move until June? Because June is a very busy time for neighborhood moves in Boston, as well as long … [Read more...]
Moving Into Senior Housing Independently: Learn About Small Load Packing and Shipping Services
"I know there are people who have helpful adult children, who are happy to show up and do things like help Mom move," Brenda said. "But I am not one of those people. It's time for me to give up the house and all of the maintenance that involves for a smaller, less stressful residence. The challenging bit is getting the few pieces of furniture I'm bringing with me - the bedroom set, the love seat … [Read more...]
Shipping Boxes Vs Moving Van: What’s The Right Choice for Your Next Move?
"They tell all of these love stories about meeting the boy next door, but my boy is in Atlanta, GA." Marilyn laughed. "Luckily, I don't have too much stuff to move. What I am trying to do is save some money. With that in mind, what's the best choice for a small household move - shipping boxes of personal belongings or renting a moving van?" Find Packing and Shipping Services Near Me * Find … [Read more...]
How Full Can I Pack a Moving Box?
"We're having movers come and take our things from this house to our new forever home," Donna said. "I've never had movers before. So I have some questions. How full can I pack a moving box? Do I need to tape all the boxes? Should I disassemble my furniture?" How Full Can I Pack a Moving Box? Fill your moving boxes as completely as possible. The reason to do this is that moving boxes that … [Read more...]
Medical Office Relocation: Moving & Storage Services in Boston
Need to coordinate a medical practice move? It's a big job, requiring keeping patient's needs met, moving the medical equipment, which is often fragile and expensive, and packing and transporting everything else in the office to a new address. In this article, we're going to focus on our particular area of knowledge: moving and storage services. Three things you'll want to keep in mind when … [Read more...]
As Rents Go Up, People Move Out: Packing Tips for Summertime Neighborhood Moves
Housing prices in the Boston area are continuing to climb very rapidly. This has resulted in a number of people needing to relocate to more affordable housing. If you're planning to move in Boston this summer, here are some tips for you: Schedule Your Move As Soon as Possible To save money on your move, you'll want to schedule it during the low-demand portion of the summer. This includes the … [Read more...]
Starting a New Life on Your Own? Here’s How to Make the Move Simple
"You go into marriage thinking it's going to be forever," Ken said. "But things don't always work out that way." After discovering he was about to be divorced, Ken needed to move rapidly out of his Boston home. "I didn't have a lot of stuff, but I also don't have a car," he said. "To make this move happen, I decided what I needed was a small load moving company." What is a Small Load Moving … [Read more...]
How to Handle a Household Move as a Single Parent
When you're a single parent, you're used to every household responsibility ultimately being yours to handle. This means you have to be strong and organized. It also means that when you're up against a very overwhelming situation, such as a household move, you can feel very alone and stressed out. In this article, we're going to talk about how to handle a household move as a single parent. … [Read more...]
Taking the Emotional Sting Out of Downsizing
"I've been in this house for twelve years," Connie said. "But now it's been sold and I'm going to go live in a nice place closer to my children." The retired Boston school teacher knows she needs to downsize, but is finding it challenging. "It's not that many of my things are particularly valuable," she said. "They're important because of the part they played in my life story. But will I need them … [Read more...]
How To Pack Up Your Entire Life and Move With No Notice Whatsoever
"The minute my phone rang at 3 am, I knew it wasn't good news," Carrie said. "Tragically, my sister lost her life in an automobile accident. Her kids were out there in Chicago, all on their own. This wasn't the time for questions. I had to go be with them, immediately." Planning a move can take months, but sometimes life circumstances for people to move quickly. These moving tips are for … [Read more...]
