Raft Program Moving Company – Safe Responsible Movers
Moving is stressful enough without the worry of funding. If you’re applying for Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) Safe Responsible Movers can help you move quickly, legally, and at zero out-of-pocket cost once your award is approved.
1. Understanding RAFT Program in 2025
The RAFT program is administered by the Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities (EOHLC). Qualified households can receive up to $7,000 in a rolling 12-month period to cover overdue rent, utilities or moving-related expenses such as truck fees, labor, first/last month’s rent, and security deposit. The funds are paid directly to vendors after the agency reviews a formal estimate. (Mass.gov)
Why the “approved mover” myth: EOHLC keeps no master list of movers. Any company with an active Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) household-goods carrier certificate can be paid through RAFT. (Mass.gov)
2. What Happened to ERMA?
ERMA was launched at the height of the pandemic to plug gaps for households at 50–80 % of Area Median Income. The program officially sunset on December 31 2021, and homeowners are now steered toward the state’s Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF). (Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance)
Still, many regional agencies and community websites keep “ERMA” in their navigation because they have leftover or blended funds. If a case manager tells you ERMA dollars are available, the payment mechanics mirror RAFT—SRM is ready to work with either funding stream.
3. Why Safe Responsible Movers Is Your Best RAFT Partner
| What RAFT Requires | How SRM Delivers | |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed mover with a current DPU certificate | SRM #31608—fully insured, 5-star Yelp & Google, A+ BBB | |
| Detailed written estimate showing labor hours, travel fee & permit charges | Prompt quote via email | |
| Net-30/45 payment terms | We start work once your award is confirmed—no deposit, no late fees while the agency processes payment |
Service Area & Specialties
Safe Responsible Movers serves all of Massachusetts, from Springfield to Cape Cod, with particular expertise in Boston’s narrow streets and permit zones. Whether you’re relocating from a home in Roxbury, an apartment in Worcester, or anywhere in Massachusetts, we have the crew size and equipment to fit your RAFT budget.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’ve been searching for “RAFT movers near me,” “ERMA moving assistance,” or “Boston movers that accept RAFT,” your search ends here. Call (617) 606-9098 or click here to get a quote!
