Ryan Carrigan

Here’s the quick answer: Third-party moving insurance reviews are mostly negative, with denied claims the top complaint across Baker International, UNIRISC, MovingInsurance.com, and eMove Insurance. Policies typically cost 1% – 5% of your shipment’s declared value, and Baker International has the strongest record of the four, with an A+ BBB rating and accreditation since 1986. […]

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha Glendale, AZ → Wilmington, DE Ryan B.June 2022Safeway Moving I was quoted $16,864 12,222 lbs, 1,746 cu ft I actually paid $27,995 +$11,131 for underestimated boxes Distance 2,367 mi Long-distance, interstate I compared two quotes before I hired Safeway Moving for my Arizona to Delaware move. My […]

Learning how to pack bathroom items for moving isn’t like moving food or furniture. The sheer volume of chemicals, perishable items, and variety make the bathroom a unique spot! While you may be tempted to fling everything into a massive box and call it a day, you should reconsider. After purging unwanted items, you’ll need […]

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha Austin, TX → New York, NY MaryMay 2022International Van Lines I was quoted $5,000 Interstate move I actually paid $6,400 +$1,400 in add-on fees Distance 1,750 mi Long-distance, interstate I compared three quotes before I hired International Van Lines for my Texas to New York move. My […]

Quick answer: The average cost to move out of state is about $4,300, based on moveBuddha data. Full-service movers charge $1,100 - $13,700 for moves of 1,000 - 2,500 miles, while moving containers run $2,000 - $7,600 cross-country. Your price depends on distance, home size, and whether you hire one of the best interstate moving […]

Hybrid moves are a great way to save money without doing all the work yourself. With this option, you can split your move into parts, completing some tasks yourself and paying professionals to do others. The most common hybrid option is to rent a truck or container and hire laborers to help load the heavy […]

Even the best moves can be stressful and exhausting. For peace of mind, nothing is more important than hiring a top-notch mover when relocating to a new home or apartment. Whether your moving experience was positive or negative, writing a lengthy review may seem like a waste of time. However, spending a few minutes reflecting […]

How do you move food when there’s a possibility your items could perish or get damaged along the way? You can simplify your move by using plastic bins. As you pack, tactics like labeling your food and storing the heaviest items at the bottom can help. We know how frustrating it can be to figure […]

Local and interstate moves are rarely a walk in the park. Add in foreign bureaucracies, new languages, and living away from established comfort zones, and international moves can be even more trying. Some simple ways to streamline your move include downsizing ahead of time and making a pre-move checklist, but nothing is more important than […]