Broker

Rob Carpenter Wednesday, May 7, 2025

AB5, Broker Bonds & You: A Simple Breakdown for Fleets

AB5 has redrawn the line between independent contractor and employee in California, sending shockwaves through lease-on models and forcing many drivers to get their own authority, but what happens when those new authorities consider brokering freight? This breakdown simplifies what AB5 means for fleets, when broker bonds are required, and why double brokering, ghost MCs, and improper authority setups can cost more than just your load, they can cost your entire business.

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Brian Straight Thursday, May 25, 2017

11 tips for freight brokerage success

If it seems that freight brokerage – both digital and traditional services – are popping up on a daily basis, it could be because they are, or it at least it seems that way. Digital freight matchers (DFMs) include familiar names such as Convoy, CargoMatic, Haulfox and HaulHound. But what if you want to enter the space? Here are some tips on how to be successful as a DFM.

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Brian Straight Wednesday, April 5, 2017

New twists in freight invoice factoring

In a world which carriers want to be paid quickly for their services, brokers have long turned to factoring as an option. Technology, though, is changing the payments business, and that means quicker payments for carriers and more cash flow flexibility for brokers. 

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