BOSTONHOMEOWNER’S GUIDE TO

PRESENTED BY: PATRIOT PEST MANAGEMENT

HOMEOWNER RESOURCES 2

MOVING TIPS AND TRICKS 4

LOCAL INFORMATION 6

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS 11

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READY TO CALL THE BOSTON AREA HOME?HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.

Moving to a new place is exciting, but if you’re making your new home in the Boston area, you have reason for celebration! Boston is one of the most vibrant and wonderful places

to call home in the United States, with a rich cultural heritage, interesting history, and everything in between. But if you’re going to become a Boston native yourself, there are many things you need to know--and we’re not just talking trivia, like the fact that Boston

was named after a city in England, or that it was home to the first chocolate factory in the country. No, what you’ll need to know goes a little deeper than that, and your friends here

at Patriot Pest are excited to give you the inside scoop to our little neck of the woods.

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We are excited to be calling you our neighbors very soon, so as our welcome gift to you, we’ve created for you this fantastic, thorough, and well-researched New Homeowner’s Guide to the Boston area. In these pages, you’ll learn everything you need to know about living in and around Boston and

in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. So read on to learn what you need to know about everything from the best neighborhoods to live in and best restaurants to hangout at all the way to the best local attractions. Let us be the first to welcome you to your new home!

HOMEOWNER’S RESOURCESIt’s hard enough making a move to the Boston area, but if you are planning

on purchasing a house here, it becomes even more complicated. Wouldn’t it

be great to get some insider knowledge on the best real estate agents, most

reliable utility companies and more? You’re in luck, because we’ve done all

the hard research for you!

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QUICK TIPS: BOSTON FUN FACTSIf you’re going to be a homeowner here in the Boston area, you should brush up on your trivial knowledge! Here’s five fun facts about Boston to pique your interest and get you started:

In 1919, Boston experienced a massive molasses flood.

Boston was the home of the first subway in the United States

Revere Beach in Boston was the first public beach in the country

We love to walk! In Boston, more than 15% of Bostonians walk to work!

“Happy Hours” are against the law in Boston

Real Estate Agents:Robert Barcelos, Boston City Properties

Cable Company:XFinity, DirectV

Electric Company:Juba Electric, Boston Electric and Telephone

Plumber:Ed the Plumber

Pest Control:Patriot Pest Management

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UTILITIES

MOVING RESOURCESMoving to a new place can be stressful and a huge hassle, but it doesn’t have to be!

Take it from the locals, when you move here, having the right moving company can

make all the difference.

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MOVING TIPS AND TRICKSYou don’t have to get lost in the hustle and bustle of a big move. Here’s some quick tips to help smooth the moving process and ensure that your first few days as a Bostonian are as wonderful as possible!

• Reserve movers and moving trucks in advance. Boston is a big city, so movers fill up far in advance. Get on their list sooner rather than later, and be sure to call and confirm one week out.

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• Reserve parking spaces for moving trucks if needed. Contact your local area fr ordinances and any specific rules that may apply.

• Declutter your home before you pack. The less you have to move, the easier your moving process will be

• Mark all of your boxes clearly with rooms so that your movers know exactly where to put boxes on moving day

MOVING COMPANIESWe suggest the following moving companies to make your move a breeze:

• A+ Moving and Storage

• Boston Best Rate Movers

• Gentle Giant Moving Company

LOCAL INFORMATIONYou can read every guide book and visitor’s guide in Boston, but nothing truly

prepares you for your life in a new place quite like a little local help. That’s what

we’re here for! Read on to learn the inside scoop straight from the local Bostonians

about everything from the best neighborhoods and schools to the tastiest

restaurants and everything in between.

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“With great schools and a very low crime rate, this town is a great place to raise kids.”

BEST NEIGHBORHOODSLexington: If you’re looking for a little bit of luxury not far from the excitement of the big city, Lexington is for you. With great schools and a very low crime rate, this town is a great place to raise kids.

Belmont: A great place for those looking

for a home with some historical charm, Belmont is a wonderful choice of neighborhood right outside the greater Boston area. Local restaurants abound, and boutique shopping is a must!

Stoneham: Located just a few minutes drive from the downtown Boston area, Stoneham is a great neighborhood for young couples or career people who want to enjoy the city while having a quiet retreat away.

Salem, New Hampshire: Although not technically in Boston, Salem, New Hampshire is a great, industrious town first founded back in 1652. With a rich history, and wonderful real estate choices, Salem is a great place for those hoping to build a life for their families outside the hustle and bustle of Boston.

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SCHOOLSElementary Schools: JF Condon School, Samuel Adams Elementary School

Middle Schools: McKinley Middle School, Clarence R. Edwards Middle School

High Schools: Boston College High School and East Boston High School

COLLEGESBoston College

Boston University

Northeastern University

Tufts University

Harvard University

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CAR DEALERSHIPSIf you find yourself in the market for a new car in Boston, you’ll need to know a little more than just how to pronounce car around here. If you need some new transportation, check out these dealerships for a great deal:

Prime Toyota, Honda

Herb Chambers

Dedham Auto Mall

EMERGENCY SERVICESWhile we certainly hope that you will never have to use this list, it is always much better to be safe than sorry. Print out this portion of the homeowner’s guide and keep it on your fridge so you have the information handy should you ever need it!

Police: 800.494.8477

Fire Department: 617.343.3415

Boston Medical Center: 617.638.8000

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EVERYDAY LIFEIf you’ve made it through your move to Boston, the next hardest part is settling down and getting a new team of professional services to help you through your everyday life. Check out our recommendations to make this process painless!

CPA: King Charles P. CPA, Moriarty Michael CPA

Attorney: Richard Shahinian Law,: Justin St. James

Doctor: Tufts Medical Center, Lee Orsky, PA

Dentist: Back Bay Dental Care, Boston Dental

Pediatrician: Longwood Pediatrics, Porter Pediatrics

Financial Planner: Compass Planning Associates

EMPLOYMENT AND COST OF LIVING STATISTICSBoston is a large city full of diverse people and offering tons of career opportunities for those who choose to live here. Here are some employment and cost of living statistics to get you started.

Unemployment Rate: 3.7% (National Average is 5%)

Cost of Living: 161/100

TRANSPORTATIONBoston is a big city, so you might think that transportation around here is a nightmare. But you would be wrong! Like most major cities, Boston has a knack for transportation, and our infrastructure supports many methods of getting around. If you prefer to drive, there are ample parking decks to choose from. If you live or work in the city, walking is a common occurrence--more than 15% of Bostonians walk to work every day! Thousands of residents also use the subway, bus, or commuter rail to get around as well.

WEATHER AND CLIMATEIf you aren’t a fan of extreme weather, Boston might not be the place for you. Situated inland of the Atlantic Ocean, Boston experiences hot summers and frigid winters with lots of precipitation throughout the year. However, us Bostonians like to think that the variety of weather here in the city gives rise to lots of variety in the outdoor activities. We can enjoy baseball in the warm days, and snow sports in the cold ones!

GOVERNMENT INFORMATIONCity of Boston

Mayor’s Office

City Council

City Clerk

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“More than 15% of Bostonians walk to work every day!”

LOCAL ATTRACTIONSNow that you’re in the know about all the ins and outs of life in Boston, it’s

time to switch gears and get to the fun stuff–all the great, fun, exciting things to

do here in the Boston area! You can read as many visitors guides as you want,

but the real best advice comes from locals like us who can give you the inside

scoop. With our help, you’ll be a local in no time, and avoid looking like a tourist!

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THE BEST RESTAURANTSThe Boston area has a lot of culture and history, but it also has a whole lot of flavor to go with it! Check out our list of the best restaurants to visit, so you don’t have to waste your time looking for the best places to get a bite!

Best American Restaurants: T-Bones, CJ’s, Buffalo Wild

Wings, Ralphie’s, Cafe Olivia’s

Best Mexican Restaurant: Azteca, Margaritas

Best Asian Restaurant: China Blossom

“The Boston area has a lot of culture and history, but it also has a whole lot of flavor to go with it!”

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ACTIVITIESOne thing is for sure, in Boston, you will never be bored. This great city and the surrounding area is a boon for exciting entertainment and fun things to do for the whole family! Check out our list of the best things to do in the Boston area–you can thank us later!

Check Out a Beach: Our favorites are Salisbury Beach, Hampton Beach, and Wells Beach. You can also check out Canobie Lake Amusement Park for a splashing good time!Visit a National Park: If you’re looking to get in touch with nature, you just can’t beat a trip to White Mountains National Park.

Take in a Sporting Event: If Bostonians are serious about anything, it’s our sports! Lucky for sports-lovers, this area has plenty of professional teams to follow! Get ready to pull for the Red Sox, Boston Bruins, and the New England Patriots!

Go to the Theatre: If indoor entertainment is more your style, Boston has plenty of that too! The Palace Theater in Manchester, the Faneuil Hall in Boston and many other theaters around the area have plenty of entertainment scheduled throughout the year!

Enjoy a Museum: If you love history and culture, checking out one of Boston’s many exciting museums is a great choice for an activity. You can’t go wrong with the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Harvard Museum of Natural Sciences, Boston Children’s Museum and plenty of others!

TAMPACONCLUSION

So there you have it, everything you will need to get started with your new life here in the Boston area. We hope this journey through our city has given you a

great head start on your move! With these tips in mind, you’ll soon become a local yourself, and you’ll feel like you’ve lived here your whole life.

Let us be the first to say welcome home! We can’t wait for you to be our neighbors! Check us out at our website, patriotpestmanagement.com.