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...]
3 Things You Should Know When Choosing A Boston Mover
Most people never, ever think about moving companies until they have to move their home or business. Whether you're moving across town, across the country, or even internationally, choosing the right moving company is vital. Here's five things you should know when choosing a Boston mover: 1. Picking the right moving company is so important! Your moving company has charge of practically all of … [Read more...]
Boston: Moving Life Science & Biotech Companies
The news that Genzyme is moving to a new, larger headquarters in Kendall Square reinforced Boston's reputation as the place to be for life science and biotech companies. As companies grow, they need more space, whether that's into new construction the way Genzyme is doing it, or into an existing vacant biotech space, as many start ups do. Moving the life science or biotech company can be a … [Read more...]
Record Breaking Snowfall Makes DIY Boston Moving Nearly Impossible
Even the strongest of the Boston Strong are having a tough time with the weather lately. Storm after storm has dumped a record shattering 70+ inches on the city, closing schools and even the T. Sidewalks and streets are in many cases still clogged with snow - you can make it through, but barely. "My Mother always said I had terrible timing," laughed Margaret. She's in the process of packing up … [Read more...]