How to get a car in Boston
As a city, Boston is regrettably not well-connected by public transport. For those living outside of metro-Boston, getting a car is sometimes the only option to have mobility in life. As one who had gone through 4 cars in the first 5 years of being in Boston, here’s what I have to share about getting a car in Boston and winning at its commute.
Looking for a hotel alternative? Here's where to get short-term furnished housing in Boston
Visiting Boston and looking for a short-term place to stay besides hotels? Want a furnished place and housing options similar to Airbnb? Or maybe, you’re looking to rent but have no bandwidth to get your own furniture. No matter, because there is short-term furnished housing in Boston and Greater Boston and here are 6 places where you could browse and pick!
10 Classic touristy things to do in Boston
Boston is a city that combines its rich historical roots with a vibrant, modern flair. Whether planning a visit or considering relocating, here's your ultimate guide to 10 classic touristy things that will make your time in Boston unforgettable.
Foreigners with no credit history, here’s how to get your first credit card in Boston.
Building a US credit history - and having a score to reflect your credibility - is the first step to accessing any type of locally financed purchases from cars to homes. So unless you envision paying everything in cash, here’s how you get your first credit card.
Furnishing your home? Here are 13 places to get creative with furniture purchases without breaking the bank.
Boston transplants, get ready to get furniture- Boston rentals are rarely furnished. But fret not; America thrives on consumerism so there are plenty of avenues for shopping! If you get creative, you could even pay nothing! Here are 13 places to get furniture without breaking your bank.
Non-immigrants, here’s how you apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
Getting a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is the NUMBER ONE thing to accessing life in the US. Read this!
How to get an MA Driver’s License
How to escape Boston's limited transit? The answer isn't a straightforward "get a car". It's actually "get a driver's license", because you can't register a car without auto-insurance, and you can't get auto-insurance without a driver's license. So here's your step-by-step guide to getting an MA Driver’s License. PS, get the one with Real ID!
Getting WIFI and a local US number
All you need to read to have fast WIFI set up, FAST! Newcomers to the US, get your Social Security Number (SSN) first before visiting physical stores. Worst case scenario, get a prepaid SIM card.