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 Got $500 to Share My Experience Moving from California to New York

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 20, 2026
4 min read

When moving from California to New York, Isabel chose Safeway Moving for the peace of mind of a full-service experience. Check out a full account of her moving experience.

What Moving from New York to Florida with U-Pack Actually Cost Me

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 19, 2026
4 min read

For his long-distance move, Steve chose U-Pack. Read about his first-hand experience with U-Pack and what you can expect if you use them for your move.

All Coast Moving Group Review: Costs and Services

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Dec 17, 2025
7 min read

Is All Coast Moving Group the right moving company for you? We review their pricing, customer reviews, and services to help you choose.

I Moved from Michigan to Kansas Using Labor-Only Movers: Here’s What I Learned

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 19, 2026
6 min read

As told to moveBuddha Tessa moved from Kalamazoo, Michigan to Manhattan, Kansas in spring 2022 to start a specialty veterinary internship, a 749-mile move. She drove her father’s truck and trailer and hired labor-only movers at each end. Her Michigan to Kansas move totaled $631 ($250 for College Hunks in Michigan and $381 for Flint […]

I Spent $4,185 on My Georgia to California Move

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 19, 2026
6 min read

For her long-distance move, Kelsey chose Compass Van Lines. Read about her first-hand experience with Compass and what you can expect if you use them for your move.

My Move from San Antonio to New York City with U-Pack: What It Actually Cost

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 19, 2026
5 min read

As told to moveBuddha Janna G. moved from San Antonio, Texas, to New York, New York, in 2022 to resume her career as a Broadway musician, a 1,833-mile move requiring one ReloCube (2,500 lbs, 6′ x 7′ x 8′). After comparing four quotes, she hired U-Pack. The container cost $1,911, but NYC delivery restrictions pushed […]