Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. are just some of the crowded cities that are seeing a new pattern of homeownership develop due to the coronavirus pandemic. More and more families, who once loved city life are headed to the suburbs. Are City Dwellers Escaping the Major Hubs? According to a May 2020 report in the New York Times, statistics show that between March 15 and April 28 of this year, moves from New York City to the suburbs of Connecticut increased 74 percent over the same period a year ago. Read More...

The warmer weather has arrived and for those who are looking to move soon, it’s prime time to get your house up on the market. Our Real estate sources say this spring is going to be a competitive market, which means you are most likely going to get the selling price you’re asking for. But why is spring the perfect season for selling a home? Why Choose Springtime to Sell a Home When it comes to home staging, there’s no better backdrop for your staged home than during the spring. Read More...

Planning on moving soon or doing a major remodel to your current home? Both situations are the perfect opportunity to start fresh with your interior. If you’re looking to have a more modern appearance for your home, here are a few hot trends that we think you’ll love. Must-Have Home Design Features Neutral, Relaxing, & Soft Colors. As far as wall color is concerned, it’s still all about the gray tones, but many homeowners are mixing things up by also complementing their neutral wall color with warm beige and browns to mix things up a bit. Read More...

This past week has seen two major storms hit the greater Boston area – and both have affected residential homes in one way or another. High winds exceeding 60 mph in some areas along the coast resulted in power outages, downed trees and damage to roofs and siding. One of the biggest issues with winter storms for Boston area residents is the flooding. Whether it’s coastal flooding from high tide or basement flooding from poor drainage and runoff solutions, the results can be devastating. Read More...

Is your little family expanding and you need a bit more space? Starter homes in the city of Boston are becoming scarce these days, so why not look further out into the city? With multiple lines of public transit to get you into the city in the morning, the suburbs are your best bet for space and peace and quiet. Our home movers cover Boston and it’s surrounding suburbs and we’re here to give you a better idea of how much a new starter home will cost you in which area. Read More...

Earlier this month was the deadline for cities across the country to put their bids in for Amazon’s HQ2. Over 200 applications are up for review and one of the front runners in the bidding war is Boston. What Boston Can Offer Amazon The city of Boston offers just about every condition Amazon wants met, including reliable public transportation, a large industrial space in which to build their multi-million dollar campus, a young, educated labor force centered on technology and a diverse culture. Read More...

Have you recently moved into the Boston MA area and are looking for things to do? We’re sure you’ve heard of the basics, such as stroll down Newbury Street or have dinner in the North End, but did you know there are so many other hidden gems throughout the city? Our moving company in Boston is here to reveal a secret: Boston’s South End neighborhood is the place to be! The South End is located just south of Boston Common (the large green space in the center of town) and next to the Chinatown area. Read More...

Mastodon Moving LLC has the privilege of working with some of the greater Boston area’s best Realtors. Buying and selling a home is synonymous with moving, and both industries are very client-focused. Summertime is one of the most popular times in the year to move and it can be very stressful for your client when it comes to finding a reputable moving company. As a Realtor, you can continue to help your client not only find their dream home, but also help them with the moving process by recommending a professional and reputable local moving company. Read More...

There are so many reasons why people drawn to the greater Boston area to live and work: the food, the proximity to the water and other New England states, and of course the historic charm. But the word “historic” isn’t as glamorous as it’s made out to be. In fact, although many of the homes in Boston and surrounding suburbs are noted as historic, they do come at a cost. The cost is underlying issues that all old homes will face at some point or another. Read More...

As many Bostonians know, the city has undergone a massive population influx in the past decade – and where there are more people, there also needs to be more housing options. However, not all housing is created equal, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The article stats that 14 million square feet of new space is being developed, with another 40 million scheduled for the future. The majority of the space is housing, but only 17% of the new housing is classified as “low to mid-income” range. Read More...