Ryan Carrigan

Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.

Posts by Ryan Carrigan

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I Compared 3 Quotes for My Move from Colorado to Texas

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 5, 2026
7 min read

Jennifer recently moved a few items from Colorado to Texas, and she coordinated the whole thing from Mexico!

Moving Experience: Sally's Move with Mayzlin Relocation

What My Move from Illinois to Massachusetts Really Cost Me

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 5, 2026
5 min read

Sally recently hired Mayzlin Relocation to move her household goods from Chicago, Illinois to Brighton, Massachusetts.

How I Compared Moving Quotes for My New York to Colorado Move

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 4, 2026
5 min read

After years of living in New York, Hitesh and his partner were ready for a change of scenery.

My Last-Minute Seattle to Chicago Move with SMARTBOX: How It Went

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 3, 2026
6 min read

Marilyn and her husband recently hired SmartBox to move their household goods from Seattle to Chicago.

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What I’d Do Differently on My Move from North Carolina to Kentucky

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 3, 2026
6 min read

As told to moveBuddha Christopher moved from Wilmington, North Carolina, to Lexington, Kentucky, in June 2022 for a work relocation, a 633-mile move covering a 900-square-foot home with six rooms. After comparing two quotes, he hired Mayzlin Relocation. His original quote was $6,686, but his North Carolina to Kentucky move ultimately cost $9,000. This is […]