"This is the first household move I am managing on my own," Jeannie said. "The timing could have been somewhat better - my husband is currently working in Japan and I'm six months pregnant with a three year old and a five year old. So my question is what are the benefits of having the movers pack our things? Is it worth the extra money to pay for this service?" Professional Movers Excel At … [Read more...]
Small Business Growth Tips: Shipping Support
Many Boston area small businesses are truly one or two person operations. This means there's a limited number of people doing everything, from concept design, manufacturing, packaging, marketing, customer service, sales and more. Now throw shipping in the mix - one more complicated task that somebody has to do. Shipping is Critical to Customer Satisfaction Whether or not it's fair, your … [Read more...]
Depression or Downsizing? Keeping Moving Day Choices in Perspective
Some moves are joyful changes, but others are not. In situations where a person is reluctant or resistant to changing addresses, the process of downsizing - the practice of giving away, selling, or disposing of items that won't be needed in the new home - can be emotionally fraught. This can manifest in many ways, but the two extreme positions are surprisingly common - people either want to … [Read more...]
It’s Time to Talk About Holiday Shipping
Now we know that you're probably not up at night reading all the latest news about the Post Office and a nationwide truck driver shortage, but as pack and ship movers in Boston, we do. Let's get you up to speed with what's going on and how that might impact your holiday shipping plans. Beginning October 1st, the Post Office is slowing delivery times for first class packages. At the same time, … [Read more...]
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Tips for Making Your Small Move Stress Free
Did you know that stress experts rank moving as one of life's most challenging events? Of course, they did that research before we got started with this whole global pandemic thing, but we're still pretty sure moving can make you feel tense and overwhelmed. Here's some tips to help you cut the stress level when planning your small move. First: choose your Boston moving company early & … [Read more...]
Cross Country Shipping Large Items Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated
"Everything's different right now," Steven said. "Normally, a machine like this breaks, they order another one from China, no big deal. But now you can order that machine from China all you want - who knows when it's going to get here? They can't wait. You've got to do some creative thinking. The machine breaks in California, we've got one maybe we're not using as much over here in Boston, we'll … [Read more...]
Heading Home: Student Moves During COVID-19
While the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every Boston student, it hasn't impacted every Boston student in the same way. While the majority of students who were living in dorms have been home for a little while now, a significant student population still needs to coordinate the move to their next living situation. "Realistically, my lease doesn't run out until the end of May and I don't have the … [Read more...]
Choosing a Packing & Shipping Company
Whether you're a small business owner who needs to make sure your customers get their orders on time and in great condition or you want to ship gifts to your loved ones overseas, working with a packing and shipping company is a great way to make the process simple and stress free. But how do you know which Boston packing and shipping company is the right one for you? Here are some tips to keep in … [Read more...]
