Ryan Carrigan

Here at moveBuddha, we’re always stressing the importance of planning, vetting movers, and conscientiously working through the items on your moving checklist. They’re all vital, but establishing residency often gets overlooked when moving from state to state. With so much else going on, it may not seem like a priority. That said, it affects everything […]

Moving isn’t easy or inexpensive, even when everything goes according to plan. That said, last-minute moves caused by job loss, natural disasters, and unexpected deaths are typically even more stressful, overwhelming, and financially burdensome. Thankfully, low-income families in situations like these have several resources at their disposal. Of course, eligibility requirements vary, applying for assistance […]

What is Penske Truck Wizard? Penske Truck Wizard is a free online tool that walks you through a room-by-room home inventory to estimate how much truck space you need for a DIY move. When we tested it, the tool recommended a 22-foot truck for a standard household inventory and generated a $3,999 quote for a […]

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.

As of June 27, 2022, new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations changed. Find out how these changes may help consumers avoid common moving pitfalls.

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.

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha Kalamazoo, MI → Manhattan, KS TessaSpring 2022College Hunks & Flint Hills I was quoted $596 Labor only, both ends I actually paid $631 $35 over, in unquoted tax Distance 749 mi I drove it myself One full-service company quoted over $6,000 for my Michigan to Kansas move. […]

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.

Better Moves Project · as told to moveBuddha San Antonio, TX → New York, NY Janna G.2022U-Pack I was quoted $1,911 One ReloCube, 2,500 pounds I actually paid $2,500.98 +$589.98 for local movers and tip Distance 1,833 mi Long-distance, interstate I compared four quotes before I hired U-Pack for my San Antonio to New York […]