Hello Massachusetts Movers!
The Old Bay State
The people of Massachusetts have contributed greatly to American history. It is the state that invented basketball and housed the first subway system in America. Folks here love good food and feel strongly about what they feel makes a good dish. For example, it is actually illegal to cook tomatoes in clam chowder here! If you’re a fellow tomato hater (for soup, anyhow) or simply want to try getting the Boston accent, get excited to move to Massachusetts.
Massachusetts New Residents - Relocating to Massachusetts
The largest cities here include Boston, Worcester, Cambridge, Salem, Springfield, Plymouth, Newton, Framingham, Lowell, Gloucester, Somerville, Provincetown, Quincy, Amherst, Waltham, Newburyport, New Bedford, Brookline, Brockton, Northampton, Revere and Worburn. Each of these places have distinct personalities and a great deal to offer. No matter where in Massachusetts you relocate to, you’ll want to review the following steps to make your moving process simple.
- If you have a license issued from another state in the US, you must it surrender it as soon as possible and get a Massachusetts license. (And that’s without having to redo your written or road tests!) Simply show up to your local MassDOT RMV (Registry of Motor Vehicles) with the appropriate paperwork.
- Also, within 30 days of becoming a resident, make sure to register your vehicle and transfer your title.
- You will be asked to show car insurance upon registration, so bring it with you to the RMV. If you have out-of-state insurance unable to do business here, check out a Massachusetts insurance agent.
- All vehicles in this state must go through a vehicle inspection within 7 days upon car registration.
Neighborhood Data: Good to Know for Massachusetts Moving Quotes and Massachusetts Moving Companies
Weather: You’re preparing to move and, especially when it comes to clothing, want to make sure you know what climate you’re in for. The climate here is humid continental. Summers are warm and winters are cold & snowy.
Severe weather includes nor’easters, which are feisty storms that hit the Northeast coast of the United States. These can cause flooding, hurricanes, coastal erosion and heavy snowfall. Other potential weather crises can include tornadoes and tropical cyclones. Ultimately, these mean making sure your home is equipped to handle these events and educating your family on a game plan for reaction to these actions.
Population & Cost of Living:-Relocate to Massachusetts and become of about 6.7 million people living here. How much does it cost for these people to live here? Quite a bit. The overall living index is 137 compared to the national average of 100. The main reasons for this are the high prices of housing, groceries and utilities.
However, because the state has a fairly low unemployment rate and successful economy, potential for job security here is higher compared to some states with lower costs of living.
MASSACHUSETTS EMPLOYMENT RATE & ECONOMY
As of Fall 2014, Massachusetts’ unemployment rate was 5.8%. At a few points of a percent behind the national average, this state is deemed to be doing quite well! What positions are these employed residents in? The major industries here encompass a wide variety of fields such as advertising, architecture, media, finance, information technology, life sciences, renewable energy and maritime commerce.
ATTRACTIONS IN MASSACHUSETTS YOU'LL WANT TO VISIT
- The Peace Pagoda in Leverett, MA - Moving to a new place can be a stressful experience; you deserve time to relax and gain peace of mind. Head to this spot for a rejuvenating experience you won’t regret!
- The Montague Bookmill - Calling all bookworms! Nestled on the banks of the Sawmill River between Amherst and Northampton, this novel-packed spot is a place to “find books you don’t need in a place you can’t find”.
- Bridge of Flowers - This spectacular bridge in Leverett, MA combines tranquil water with greenery. Come here to stop and smell the roses!
FUN MASSACHUSETTS FACTS
- Volleyball was invented here in 1895.
- Massachusetts has an official state dessert. Classic choice... it’s Boston cream pie!
- Dunkin Donuts was founded here. The rest of the East Coast tips their hats (or should I say, coffee mugs…) in honor of this caffeinated contribution.