There are quite a few predators there and you can tell them a mile off

I can’t confirm if there are short term options (there should be), but check out the apartment blocks in Kendall area: loft, Third Street Third square and watermark Kendall (some apartments are furnished), 7ink has furnished apartments but it is in Southend so further away.

I see lots of restaurants with ads in the windows looking for workers - you should walk in to your local places and ask if they’re hiring

I didn’t like the off the beaten path tour, overrated and not good value

They’re Dutch bikes, also known as cargo bikes. Not too cheap though so maybe you will have to craft one yourself. Have a look at the sub r/cargobike for make shift versions

I saw a huge army like green helicopter come into Boston about half an hour ago