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Ryan Carrigan

Ryan Carrigan

Ryan Carrigan is a co-founder of moveBuddha. With over a decade of moving experience, Ryan writes about the moving industry and moving advice. Ryan has been quoted in Consumer Reports, US News & World Report, Reader's Digest and more for moving advice.

Posts by Ryan Carrigan

691. Prepare car for shipping

How to Prepare Your Car for Shipping: 5 Essential Steps

When getting ready to move, one thing that often gets overlooked is how you’ll get your cars to your new home. Not all moving companies are equipped to provide vehicle shipping services, which means you’ll likely need to enlist the help of one of the best car shipping companies, as well. After you’ve selected a […]

685. Car shipping quotes

Compare Car Shipping Quotes (Don’t Get Ripped Off!)

The best car shipping companies seriously streamline the entire car shipping process. After all, hiring someone to transport a car for you is way better than driving cross-country yourself. Problem is, plenty of auto transport companies are vying for your business but not all of them are a great deal. If you’re considering vehicle transport, […]

684. Car Shipping Calculator

Car Shipping Cost Calculator: Get an Instant Quote

Whether you’re moving across the country or the globe, you know all too well how quickly moving costs add up. If you plan on taking your car along for the relocation, calculate your car shipping costs before a big move to maximize your budget. On average, it costs between $500 to $1,200 to ship a […]

683. American Auto Shipping review

American Auto Shipping Review: Costs and Services

Here’s the bottom line: If you need auto transport services as part of your next move, American Auto Shipping is an excellent choice. The ability to get an instant quote online with locked-in pricing, personal contact with your driver, and an array of value-added services make American Auto Shipping an easy recommendation if you need […]

Moving Experience: Gabriela's Move With Mayflower

Moving Experience: Gabriela’s Move With Mayflower

Gabriela needed help moving the contents of her two-bedroom apartment from Oakland, California, to Champaign, Illinois, in October of 2023. But this wasn’t Gabriela’s first rodeo. She had some less-than-great moving experiences in the past and wanted a reputable mover for her 2,100-mile relocation. After a lot — and we mean a lot — of […]

676. Moving Experience- Laurel's Move with Safeway

Moving Experience: Laurel’s Move with Safeway

Fashion aficionado Laurel needed to move from Saratoga, California, to Austin, Texas. She and her husband already had the bulk of their stuff — including an impressive shoe and handbag collection — in storage in California. Laurel spent a week researching movers on the moveBuddha site before choosing Safeway Moving for their quality service and […]

652. Marcel's Move with Safeway Moving

Moving Experience: Marcel’s Experience with Safeway

In the summer of 2023, Marcel and his wife boldly decided to move from Jersey City and relocate to the capital of the Lone Star State to be closer to family. Marcel planned this move for a year before finally taking the plunge. He scoured Google and Reddit to find the best mover, but once […]

668. Moving Experience- Joshua's Move with Safeway Moving

Moving Experience: Joshua’s Move with Safeway Moving

In June of 2023, Jersey boy Joshua planned to reunite with his partner in New Orleans — over 1,300 miles away. After an intense three-day search, Joshua hired Safeway Moving for his relocation. So, how did Safeway stack up? Joshua agreed to participate in the moveBuddha Better Moves Project to share the ups and downs […]

1-800-got-junk cost

How Much Does 1-800-GOT-JUNK Cost?

Need to get rid of some junk, and fast? 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is a junk removal company that specializes in hauling off piles of unwanted items. But before you ring up the good folks at 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, you might wonder how much they cost. The cost of junk removal services varies based on how much you’re dumping, what […]

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