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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

moving checklist

The 6 Most Common Moving Expenses

We help thousands of people move every year so we created our ultimate moving checklist to cover everything you need to do when moving.

First National Van Lines Review

First National Van Lines Company Review

Is First National Van Lines is the right mover for you? We review prices, services, online reputation, and more to help you choose the best mover.

How Much Do PODs Cost? Here's a Breakdown (Plus Alternatives)

How Much Do PODS Cost?

For a local move, PODS can cost anywhere from $225 to $850. For long-distance moves, PODS pricing can range from $450 to $7,600.

U-Box vs PODS vs U-Pack

U-Box vs PODS vs U-Pack: The Answer Is Clear

Trying to choose a container company for your move? Our ultimate smackdown compares services, costs, and more for three of the industry’s best: U-Box, PODS, and U-Pack.

Upack Review

U-Pack Review 2024: Real Customer Experiences

U-Pack is one of the highest-rated companies among moveBuddha customers. The company has multiple container sizes and an awesome pay-for-what-you-use policy with larger moving trailers. However, it’s not available for moves under 100 miles.

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