Some of the very best things in life are extremely fragile. Whether we're talking about the most beautiful crystal or the speediest new gaming computer, there are some items that make shipping challenging, due to their delicate nature and high value. One of a kind, irreplaceable, and precious items can successfully be shipped - even all the way from San Francisco to Boston, Anaheim to Washington, … [Read more...]
Planning a 2023 Move? Here’s What You Should Be Doing Now.
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...]
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...]
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...]
For Busy Entrepreneurs, Pack and Ship Moving Services Simplify Life on the Go
"When you're talking about exciting innovation, Boston is the place to be. I am thrilled I came here. The people I've worked with are amazing, and the opportunity was too good to miss," Davyn said. "But the thing is you have to be willing to chase your dreams. I've done what I can do here, and I'm headed to the West Coast." For busy entrepreneurs, taking two weeks to a month to organize the … [Read more...]
Things Never to Pack in a Moving Box: Boston Movers Spill The Beans
There's no doubt that moving is a stressful, overwhelming endeavor. When it comes time to change addresses, it's tempting just to throw everything in a moving box and take your chances that it will survive the journey to your new abode intact. But you may want to move a little more carefully. We asked the best Boston moving company about common mistakes they see movers make. Here's what they have … [Read more...]
Want to save money? Your guide to choosing the right Boston moving company.
"People underestimate how stressful moving is," Zane said. The thirty-year old mother of two is trying to coordinate moving her family from their Boston apartment to a home in the Somerville area, while working a more-than-full-time job with a startup and what she terms "life in the COVID craziness." "What I'd really like to be able to do is find a moving company that can do everything for me … [Read more...]
Help Your Parents Downsize
"Mom and Dad have always had a large home," Ellie said. "But they're retiring now, and moving from Boston to Florida. The house down there is much, much smaller - it's almost half the size of their home here - but my parents are having a hard time understanding that that means all of their stuff just won't fit." Helping your parents downsize in preparation for a move into a smaller home can be … [Read more...]
Questions to Ask Your Boston Movers to Save Money
Moving can be very expensive. Of course, all of these expenses happen at the same time you're transitioning to a new city, a new job, a new life...all of which requires having some cash up front if you want to keep stress levels down. That's why saving money on your move is a good idea. Here are questions to ask your Boston movers if you're interested in keeping costs down. Ask your Boston … [Read more...]
Boston Caregivers: When You Need To Help Your Parents Move
"Being a long-distance caregiver is extremely challenging," Margaret said. "Don't ever let anyone tell you any different." Margaret's mother, Julianne, is in her nineties. "For a long time, we managed pretty well. There are some great resources in Boston, and I was able to arrange for aides to come in and be with Mom every day." An illness put Julianne in the hospital, and while she was there, … [Read more...]
