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Ryan Carrigan

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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Moving Options: The 5 Best Ways to Move

Full-service movers vs containers vs moving truck rentals: Which of these moving options is right for you? We compared their services, prices, and more to help make that choice a little easier.

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The Top 25 U.S. Cities to Launch a Career in Space Travel

Some careers never go out of style. The mythical status of astronauts is as powerful today as it was in the days of the original Apollo 11 moon landing. When NASA opened applications for its Artemis Generation of astronauts in 2020, a program to include Mars exploration, they received more than 12,000 applications in just […]

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Moving and Trucking Industry Myths

Quick answer: The moving and trucking industries are often misunderstood due to persistent myths. Contrary to popular belief, owner-operators in the moving industry often face high expenses that significantly cut into their earnings. This and more in our guide on debunking moving industry myths. For those unfamiliar with the moving and trucking industries, they can […]

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How to Leave Bed Bugs Behind When Moving

It’s hard to believe, but in Victorian England bed bug infestation was a sign of prosperity. After all, bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) often resided in the heated homes of the well-to-do. That said, after decades of relative absence in America, they’re once again common in hotels, offices, schools, homes, and apartments. However, unlike their historic […]

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Will Movers Disassemble Furniture? Costs and How To Prepare

If you are wondering, “Will movers disassemble furniture?” the short answer is usually yes, especially with full-service movers. The key is knowing what is included, what costs extra, and how to prep so you do not get hit with surprise fees. Table of contents Do movers disassemble and reassemble furniture? Which furniture items typically require […]

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25 Best Cities for Restaurant Workers (Cooks, Servers, and Hosts)

Key findings show that cities like Kahului-Wailuku-Lahaina and Urban Honolulu in Hawaii, Flagstaff in Arizona, and several metros in Washington state offer the best conditions for restaurant workers, with higher wages and job opportunities. That said, the rising cost of living and wage instability for tipped employees makes it challenging for restaurant workers to survive […]

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Will Movers Move Exercise Equipment?

Moving heavy weights and other equipment is always a challenge. Even if you’re pretty strong, you also have a busy schedule and a lot of furniture to move.Fortunately, movers are happy to move your workout gear for you. They’re a cost-effective option in the long run, as they reduce the risk of lost or damaged […]

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Neighbor Storage Review

Overall Opinion: Finding a good location to house your belongings is almost as difficult as finding a new home. This is where websites like Neighbor Storage come into play.Neighbor Storage is a popular storage app aimed at movers and people who want to turn their extra space into storage units. Let’s take a look at […]

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